SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 314 In Memory of Mary West WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever cherish their memories of Mary Martha West of Mineola, who passed away on October 24, 2022, at the age of 79; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Robert Bonsil Dykes and Mary Lorraine Padgett Sullivan, Mary West was born on March 28, 1943, in Mineola and grew up with two sisters, Brenda and Cathy, and a brother, Butch; she shared a rewarding family life with her husband, James Donald West, and her three children, Damon, Kristal, and Kimberly; with the passing years, she delighted in seeing her family grow to include numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A valued member of her community, Mrs. West owned the Diet Center in Mineola for a time; in her leisure hours, she enjoyed hobbies ranging from reading and playing dominos to dancing and bowling; moreover, she was an active congregant of the First Baptist Church in Mineola; and WHEREAS, Mary West led a life of caring devotion to her loved ones, and although she is deeply missed, she will forever remain a vibrant presence for those who were fortunate enough to know her; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Mary Martha West 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 Mary West. Hughes ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 15, 2023, by a rising vote. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate