SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 409
In Memory
of
Billie Elizabeth Holcomb Hooper
WHEREAS, Billie Elizabeth Holcomb Hooper, a respected
educator and friend to many, passed away on February 25, 2019, at
the age of 95; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Wiley and Jewel Holcomb, the
former Billie Holcomb was born on October 6, 1923, in
Jacksonville and grew up with a brother, Ed; she graduated from
Jacksonville High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree
from Texas Woman's University and a master's degree from Stephen
F. Austin State University; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan began her career at the age of
20 when she accepted a teaching position in Lufkin; she later
taught speech and English in the Henderson Independent School
District, and she became the head of the English department at
Henderson High School before retiring in 1989; over the years,
she inspired countless students with her passion for education
and firm but fair teaching style; she was also a valued member of
First United Methodist Church, where she took an active role in
the PALS Sunday school class; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hooper was married to Gene M. Hooper, who
preceded her in death in 1958; she took great pride in their
children, Paula, Beth, Chrisan, and Mart, and with the passing
years, she had the pleasure of welcoming into her family eight
grandchildren, John, Meredith, Jeffrey, Martin, Lily, Steven,
Shawn, and Jennifer, and four great-grandchildren, Mallory,
John, Caden, and Reese; and
WHEREAS, Deeply devoted to her family and her profession,
Billie Hooper made a meaningful difference in the lives of her
loved ones and students alike, and she will be remembered and
admired for years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Billie Elizabeth
Holcomb Hooper and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn
her passing; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Billie Hooper.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 14, 2019, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate