SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 16
	In Memory
	of
	Mary Cole
	WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Mary Sue Cole were
	deeply saddened by her death on December 8, 2022, at the age of
	86; and
	WHEREAS, Mary Cole was born to Oscar and Ella Mae Dixon on
	September 16, 1936, in Smith County; a 1954 graduate of Troup
	High School, she spent the majority of her career as an ob-gyn
	nurse, and she volunteered at Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler in
	retirement; she was also an active member of the Order of the
	Eastern Star and a dedicated congregant of First Baptist Church
	of Mixon; and
	WHEREAS, Mrs. Cole enjoyed a rewarding family life with
	her husband, Joe Cole, and their children, Becky, Scott, Jody,
	John, Jeffery, and Jay, and she delighted in her role as "Mimi" to
	her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; in her
	leisure time, she took great pleasure in traveling and playing
	cards and 42; and
	WHEREAS, Although Mary Cole is deeply missed, those who
	held her dear will forever remember the warmth and joy she
	brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
	Texas, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of
	Mary Sue Cole and extend sincere condolences 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 Senate adjourns
	this day, it do so in memory of Mary Cole.
	Hughes
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on October 12, 2023, by
		a rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate