2023S0387-1 04/24/23
By: West S.R. No. 477
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Mary Magdalene Davis-Parry on the occasion of her 100th
birthday, which will be celebrated at a gathering of friends and
family on May 6, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Mary Magdalene Davis was born on May 6, 1923, in
Centerville to Haywood Davis and Mary Hannah of Leon County; as a
young woman, Mary moved to the Roosevelt Heights community of
South Dallas, and she devoted herself to helping and providing
for her family, friends, and the members of her community; and
WHEREAS, Mary is a beloved matriarch and an exemplary
citizen who delights in serving others; she has been an active
worker in the church throughout her life and has dedicated her
time and energy to spreading messages of faith and love to those
she has encountered through her endeavors; and
WHEREAS, A woman of virtue and grace, Mary is a blessing to
her family and to her Dallas community; she has played an
instrumental role in the educational and spiritual development
of her nieces and nephews, and she has been a source of support,
encouragement, and guidance in the lives of countless others; and
WHEREAS, A treasured Texan and a cherished member of her
family and community, Mary has lived through times and events
that most people only read about in history books, and there is
much to be learned from the wisdom she has gained over the years;
it is indeed fitting that her friends and loved ones gather to
express their appreciation and affection for her and join in
celebrating this extraordinary milestone in her life; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize Mary Magdalene Davis-Parry on the
grand occasion of her 100th birthday and extend to her best
wishes for a most enjoyable and memorable birthday celebration;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as a momento of this special day.