H.R. No. 662 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The family and friends of Jessica Deann Ludwig of Killeen suffered a heartbreaking loss with the passing of this beloved young woman on March 9, 2025, at the age of 20; and WHEREAS, Born on July 26, 2004, Jessica Ludwig was the cherished daughter of Robert and Tricia Ludwig, and she grew up with the companionship of a brother, Justin; she was engaged to be married to James Wilson, and the relationship she shared with her fiancé was a source of much happiness to her; and WHEREAS, A devoted daughter, sister, and friend, Ms. Ludwig had a presence that could light up any room; with her vibrant, energetic spirit, she excelled as a cheerleader, and she always inspired her teammates to put forth their best effort; in addition, her passion for helping others shone in her work with children with special needs, whom she cared for with genuine warmth, understanding, and gentleness; and WHEREAS, Through the love and laughter she shared, Jessica Ludwig made the world a brighter place for everyone around her, and they will forever keep her memory alive in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Jessica Deann Ludwig and extend deepest condolences to the members of her family: to her parents, Robert and Tricia Ludwig; to her fiancé, James Wilson; to her brother, Justin Ludwig, and his fiancée, Lauren Newby; and to her many other relatives and friends; 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 Jessica Ludwig. Buckley ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 662 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 9, 2025. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House