SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 72
In Memory
of
Marilyn Antoinette Walton
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Marilyn Antoinette Walton, who died
September 7, 2021, at the age of 71; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn Walton was born on March 1, 1950, and she
was raised by her parents on a firm foundation of love, laughter,
and learning in the Fairpark and Singing Hills neighborhoods of
Dallas; she discovered and explored her dynamic musical talents
as a young girl, and she went on to develop a six-octave vocal
range that captivated audiences around the globe; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn earned a bachelor of science degree from
Elmhurst College and a master's degree in political science from
The University of Texas at Arlington; she spent her days in the
late 1970s teaching history at John McDonough High School in the
New Orleans Parish School System and her nights performing at
jazz clubs in the French Quarter and Tremé; and
WHEREAS, The esteemed vocalist displayed her incredible
skill by performing on stages across the Americas, Europe, and
China; she also lived in Russia for several years working as an
administrative liaison for the United States, teaching opera for
the Russian Ministry of the Arts, and serving a residency as the
chief vocalist for the Russian Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn found additional success as a
businesswoman through her management of the Marilyn Walton
Entertainment Group; she was a devoted advocate for social and
economic justice and a favored performer at the First Baptist
Church of Dallas, and she remained a loyal member of Alpha Kappa
Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, throughout her life; and
WHEREAS, A woman of incomparable grace, talent, and
charm, Marilyn Walton was a treasured Texan and a cherished
friend to many; she will long be remembered with respect and
admiration by all who were privileged to share in her life;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Marilyn Antoinette Walton;
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 Marilyn Antoinette Walton.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on October 14, 2021, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate