SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 560
In Memory
of
Stephany J. Bryan
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Stephany J. Bryan, who died February 14,
2021, at the age of 64; and
WHEREAS, Stephany Bryan was born October 31, 1956; she
forged a rewarding life of purpose by helping to strengthen
families through her tireless advocacy and mentorship in the
field of mental health; and
WHEREAS, Stephany Bryan served as senior program officer
and consumer and family liaison for the Hogg Foundation for 13
years; during her tenure she touched the lives of colleagues and
consumers across many areas of mental health and recovery, and
her work was integral to the success of numerous Hogg Foundation
initiatives and programs; and
WHEREAS, She was a true champion for those in need of
effective mental health services; she candidly shared her own
recovery story, and she motivated and inspired others in her
field to be unapologetic in their advocacy and in their delivery
of care and support; and
WHEREAS, Admired for her passion, her tenacity, and her
authenticity, Stephany Bryan easily connected with those around
her, especially with those struggling with inequities; she
engaged in life with compassion and vigor, and she will long be
remembered with profound respect and admiration by the many who
were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Stephany J. Bryan; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Stephany Bryan.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 30, 2021, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate