SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 390
In Memory
of
Cora Keffer
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the
passing of Cora Jean Keffer of McCamey on February 24, 2021, at
the age of 95; and
WHEREAS, The former Jean Moore was born on June 22, 1925,
to Jacob and Cora Moore in Stephenville; she spent most of her
youth in McCamey, where she grew up with the companionship of her
five siblings, J. C., Leon, Allen, William, and Margaret;
embarking on a fulfilling career, she worked as a Mary Kay
consultant for 50 years; and
WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Mrs. Keffer enjoyed the
love and support of her husband, James Earl Keffer, with whom she
shared a rewarding marriage that spanned nearly six decades
before his death in 2007; she took great pride in her three
children, Jim, Bill, and Mona, and she cherished time spent with
her seven grandchildren, Vanessa, Brad, Chris, Rob, Scott,
Caroline, and Doug, and her two great-grandchildren, Brooklyn
and Braxton; she was fiercely devoted to her family and friends,
and she found great beauty in the desert landscape of West Texas;
and
WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Jean Keffer
will remember the way she touched their lives with her strong
faith and her delightful sense of humor, and she will forever
hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Cora Jean Keffer
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 Jean Keffer.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 10, 2021, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate