SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 461
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Ruth Vaults on the grand occasion of her 70th birthday; and
WHEREAS, Ruth Johns was born in Austin, Texas, on April 4,
1949; she attended Round Rock High School and Austin Community
College, and she later completed a professional floral design
program; and
WHEREAS, Ruth enjoyed a long and rewarding career with the
City of Austin Health Department; she was honored as an
outstanding employee for her meritorious service and her
dedication to her work on behalf of the residents of Austin and
Travis County, and she retired in 2001 after 23 years with the
organization; and
WHEREAS, Ruth married Lawrence C. Vaults on September 2,
1995; she raised her five children by loving example, and her 12
grandchildren are a source of immense pride and joy; and
WHEREAS, A woman of deep spiritual devotion, Mrs. Vaults
is an active member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where she
serves as a deaconess and in various ministries; she is a
wonderful cook and an avid shopper, and those close to her are
continually inspired by her generous heart and the kindness she
bestows on friends and strangers alike; and
WHEREAS, Ruth Vaults is a cherished member of the
community, and her many friends and loved ones are gathering to
celebrate her 70th birthday at a surprise party on April 6, 2019;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby recognize Ruth Vaults as a treasured citizen
of the Lone Star State and extend to her congratulations on her
70th birthday; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as a memento of this special occasion.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 21, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate