87S11087 BHH-D
By: Murr H.R. No. 41
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The thousands of deaths caused by COVID-19 in Texas
have created a tremendous void in families, communities, and
workplaces throughout the state; among those who lost their lives
in the pandemic was Treva Preston, a dedicated and well-respected
employee of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, who passed
away on January 15, 2021, at the age of 57; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Preston began her career with TDCJ as a
training sergeant at the Hamilton Unit in Bryan and was later
promoted to lieutenant; she shared a rewarding family life with her
husband, Melvin, their two daughters, Bianca and Monique, and their
granddaughter; she enjoyed spending her leisure time going on
cruises, dancing, solving crossword puzzles, and playing cards and
dominoes; in the workplace, her sincerity and caring mentorship
earned her the lasting respect of her coworkers, who affectionately
referred to her as "Mama Bear"; and
WHEREAS, Treva Preston faithfully and ably performed her
duties throughout her tenure with the Texas Department of Criminal
Justice, and she will long be remembered with great admiration by
all who were privileged to know her; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of
Treva Preston and extend deepest sympathy to her family, friends,
and colleagues; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Treva
Preston.