H.R. No. 1379
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The tragic passing of Maranda Gail Mathis of Uvalde
on May 24, 2022, at the age of 11, brought an unimaginable loss to
the many people who loved and cherished her; and
WHEREAS, Maranda Mathis was born in Gainesville, Florida, on
May 6, 2011, to Deanna Gornto and Brian Mathis Jr.; she grew up with
the companionship of a brother, Bruce, and she was further blessed
with the affectionate support of her grandfather and
great-grandmother and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins; and
WHEREAS, Shy and sweet, Maranda enjoyed spending time
outdoors, where her pursuits included collecting rocks, shells, and
feathers; she had a kind heart, an engaging smile, and a vivid
imagination, and she often expressed her love for unicorns and
mermaids, particularly those that were her favorite colors, purple
and pink; and
WHEREAS, Although her time on this earth was far too brief,
Maranda Gail Mathis was a ray of light in the lives of those who held
her dear, and they will never forget the abundant happiness that she
brought to them; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Maranda Gail Mathis
and extend deepest condolences to the members of her family: to her
parents, Deanna Gornto and Brian Mathis Jr.; to her grandfather,
Brian Mathis Sr.; to her great-grandmother, Margie Mathis; to her
brother, Bruce Mathis; to her aunts, Angela Turner, Pamela Lucas,
Jean Gornto, Barbara Miller, and Carol Miller; to her uncles,
Melvin Mathis, Ted Gornto Sr., Quinten Mathis, James D. Miller, and
Greg Garland; to her numerous cousins; and to the countless others
in Uvalde and beyond 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 House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Maranda
Mathis.
King of Uvalde
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1379 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 2, 2023.
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Chief Clerk of the House