88S10192 TBO-D
By: Hughes S.R. No. 32
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the
passing of Linda E. Hughes of Albuquerque, New Mexico, on May 18,
2023, at the age of 81; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Louis and Nellie Smith, the former
Linda Smith was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on January 27, 1942,
and she grew up with the companionship of three siblings, Louis,
Martha, and Nelta; she graduated from Arkansas High School in 1960;
and
WHEREAS, After completing her studies at Dukes Beauty School,
Mrs. Hughes embarked on a rewarding career as a hair stylist that
spanned three and a half decades; in her leisure hours, she enjoyed
gardening and traveling, and she visited Spain, Germany, and many
other states in the U.S.; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hughes benefited from the love and support of
her husband, Michael, and she took great pride in her sons, David
and Damon, and stepsons, Terry and Greg; over the years, she had the
pleasure of seeing her family grow to include two grandchildren,
Davis and Emily, and two great-grandchildren, Isabelle and
Lillybet; and
WHEREAS, Although Linda Hughes is greatly missed, this
beloved woman has left her family and friends with many cherished
memories, and she will forever hold a special place in their hearts;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature, 1st
Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Linda E. Hughes
and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her family: to her
sons, David and Damon Ivey; to her stepsons, Terry and Greg Hughes;
to her grandchildren, Davis Bentley and Emily Ivey; to her
great-grandchildren, Isabelle Strange and Lillybet Bayless; and to
her other relatives and many friends; 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 Linda Hughes.