Bill Text: TX SR17 | 2017 | 85th Legislature 1st Special Session | Enrolled


Bill Title: In memory of Jana Graves Kennedy.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2017-07-18 - Reported enrolled [SR17 Detail]

Download: Texas-2017-SR17-Enrolled.html
 
 
 
 
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 17
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Jana Graves Kennedy
 
         WHEREAS, Words cannot adequately express the sorrow felt
  at the loss of Jana Graves Kennedy of Paris, Texas, who passed
  away on May 20, 2017, at the age of 54; and
         WHEREAS, The beloved daughter of Faye and James Graves, the
  former Jana Graves was born in Paris on August 14, 1962, and she
  grew up with the companionship of her sister, Jeri, and her
  brother, Russell; after graduating from North Lamar High School
  in 1980, she attended Texas A&M University on a track scholarship
  and earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education; and
         WHEREAS, In 1985, she married Mike Kennedy, and the couple
  became the proud parents of three children, Kara, Cole, and Kyle;
  the family first made their home in Texarkana before settling in
  Paris; and
         WHEREAS, Over the years, Jana Kennedy enjoyed a rewarding
  career in education and held teaching positions at elementary
  schools in the Pleasant Grove, North Lamar, and Paris Independent
  School Districts; committed to her local community, she further
  gave of her time and talents by supporting cancer patients
  through the Angel Fund and by helping children in need at
  Watersprings Ranch; and
         WHEREAS, Jana Kennedy immeasurably enriched the lives of
  all who were fortunate enough to know her, and those she has left
  behind will long cherish their memories of her generosity, her
  gentle spirit, and her boundless devotion to her family and her
  faith; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
  Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
  of Jana Graves Kennedy and extend heartfelt sympathy to her
  family and many friends; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do
  so in memory of Jana Kennedy.
  Hughes
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on July 18, 2017, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate
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