88R31325 TBO-D
By: Hughes S.R. No. 621
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, For 38 years, Patti Sparkman of Mineola has
distinguished herself through her dedicated service as an
accounting clerk at Morton Salt Company; and
WHEREAS, A native of Grand Saline, Mrs. Sparkman earned an
associate's degree from Tyler Junior College in 1978; her father,
Edgar Earl Rodgers, was employed at Morton Salt Company for 43
years, and in October 1984, she followed in his footsteps when she
joined the company; she began her career as an accounting clerk, and
over the course of her tenure, she has overseen payroll and other
services and has helped manage personnel changes; in addition, she
has gone above and beyond to help her colleagues navigate software
and complete tasks; and
WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Mrs. Sparkman enjoys the love
and support of her husband, Bobby, and she takes great pride in
their son, Keith, and granddaughter, Eloise; sustained by her deep
faith, she is an active member of New Hope Baptist Church, where she
has served as a teacher and clerk for many years; and
WHEREAS, Through her hard work, skill, and professionalism,
Patti Sparkman has greatly benefited Morton Salt Company, and she
is indeed deserving of special recognition for her contributions;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby honor Patti Sparkman for her 38 years of service to Morton
Salt Company and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mrs. Sparkman as an expression of high regard by the
Texas Senate.