H.R. No. 359
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends suffered an immeasurable loss
with the tragic passing of Sarah Bottecelli Koller on August 25,
2024, at the age of 40; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Charles A. Koller and Paula
Bottecelli, Sarah Koller was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on
July 16, 1984, and she grew up with the companionship of four
younger siblings, Paul, David, Rachel, and Leah; she cherished the
relationship she shared with her partner, Steven Konarik; and
WHEREAS, Passionate about bringing people together,
Ms. Koller opened a coffee shop in Columbus, Texas; she further
distinguished herself as a dedicated champion for breast cancer
patients, and she contributed to advocacy efforts at the State
Capitol; she also participated in cross-country biking events to
raise awareness and funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; an
avid supporter of animal welfare organizations, she frequently
fostered dogs; and
WHEREAS, Above all else, Ms. Koller treasured time spent with
her loved ones, and she was a source of support and inspiration to
all who knew her; her many hobbies included swimming, running
marathons, and cheering on her favorite baseball teams, and she
enjoyed attending rodeos and looking at Christmas lights during the
holiday season; and
WHEREAS, Although Sarah Koller is greatly missed, her family
and friends will forever cherish their memories of her warm and
caring nature, her generosity, and her enthusiasm for life; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Sarah Bottecelli
Koller and extend heartfelt sympathy to all 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 House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Sarah
Koller.
Wu
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 359 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 6, 2025.
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Chief Clerk of the House