SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 491
In Memory
of
Patti Hocking
WHEREAS, Memories of a rich and rewarding life remain to
comfort the family and friends of Patricia Ann LeMay Hocking of
La Marque, who passed away on January 19, 2022, at the age of 75;
and
WHEREAS, The former Patti LeMay was born in Houston on
September 16, 1946; she fell in love with ballet at an early age
and danced professionally with the Houston Ballet; following her
graduation from Incarnate Word Academy in downtown Houston, she
married Bobby Hocking and moved with him to Bee Cave, where she
opened and operated the first of two dance studios; and
WHEREAS, After Bee Cave was incorporated in 1987,
Mr. Hocking was elected as the town's first mayor, and
Mrs. Hocking supported her husband unstintingly throughout his
tenure in office; she went on to travel internationally with her
husband during his career as a musician, and they later
co-pastored a number of churches in Oklahoma and Texas; and
WHEREAS, Returning to public service, Mr. Hocking
successfully ran for the office of mayor of La Marque in 2011;
Mrs. Hocking enthusiastically settled into her new home, where
she once again embraced her role as first lady; she was also a
member of the La Marque Garden Club and impressed her neighbors
with her talent for gardening; and
WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Mrs. Hocking enjoyed the
love and support of her husband, their three children, Clover,
Heather, and Rob, and several grandchildren; she was devoted to
her family, her faith, and her community, and she endeared
herself to countless people with her kind heart and generous
nature; and
WHEREAS, Patti Hocking was an inspiration to all who had
the good fortune to know her, and she will forever be remembered
with deep admiration and affection; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Patricia Ann LeMay
Hocking and extend sincere sympathy to all those 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 Patti Hocking.
Middleton
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 27, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate