SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 8
In Memory
of
Mary Undeen Cooper Thompson
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the
passing of Mary Undeen Cooper Thompson of Marshall on
December 4, 2018, at the age of 102; and
WHEREAS, The former Mary Undeen Cooper was born in Marshall
on September 24, 1916, the fourth of 11 children of Homer and Eva
Cooper; and
WHEREAS, A devoted wife and mother, she shared a rewarding
marriage of 73 years with her husband, John Thompson Sr., who
preceded her in death; she took great pride in her three
children, Carolyn, Thelma, and John, and she experienced the joy
of welcoming into her family six grandchildren and 12
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Thompson served in several ministries as a
faithful member of Saint Mark Missionary Baptist Church, and she
was also active in her community; and
WHEREAS, Although Mary Thompson is greatly missed, this
beloved woman has left her family and friends with many cherished
memories, and she will forever hold a special place in their
hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Mary Cooper
Thompson and extend sincere sympathy to her daughters, Carolyn
King and her husband, Eddie, and Thelma Silmon and her husband,
John; to her son, John Thompson Jr., and his wife, Carolyn; to her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and to her other
relatives and friends; 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 Mary Cooper Thompson.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 16, 2019, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate