2023S0194-1 02/22/23
By: Schwertner S.R. No. 565
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of a treasured young Texan, Keren Ella
Shalom Leal, who passed away on January 5, 2023, at the age of 12;
and
WHEREAS, A bright light in the lives of those around her,
Keren Leal was born on May 17, 2010, in Georgetown; known to her
friends and family as Ella, she brought joy to each person whose
life she touched and was adored by all who knew her; and
WHEREAS, Ella was the beloved daughter of Janis and Roland
Leal and the youngest of 10 children; a talented artist with a
vivid imagination, she excelled at painting and drawing, and she
loved spending time outdoors exploring the natural world; and
WHEREAS, A devoted Christian, Ella had a compassionate
spirit that drew her to people and to animals, especially dogs
and horses; she was known to her family as a dreamer with a strong
sense of faith, which is reflected in her given names and their
meanings, which include "God is my light" and "shining bright";
and
WHEREAS, Ella approached the world with warmth and an open
heart, and she made friends everywhere she went; she was dearly
cherished by her devoted parents and siblings and by her many
loving extended family members, and her presence was a source of
immeasurable joy in each of their lives; she leaves behind
memories that will be forever treasured by her many loved ones
and by all who were privileged to share in her life; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Keren Ella Shalom Leal; 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 Ella Leal.