The resolution honors the life and legacy of Sandra L. Williams Carothers, who passed away on July 12, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on February 18, 1946, she graduated from Euclid High School and earned a degree in education from The Ohio State University. Sandra married Thomas Carothers in 1968, and together they raised four children and welcomed three grandchildren. She was a dedicated first- and second-grade teacher at Wilma Magee Elementary School in Corpus Christi for 20 years, where she was known for creating a supportive learning environment and actively participating in school activities.
The resolution expresses heartfelt sympathy to Sandra's family, including her children, grandchildren, sister, and other relatives and friends. It acknowledges her contributions to her community and her faith as a valued member of Jackson Woods Presbyterian Church and later as an elder at the First Presbyterian Church in Clyde, Ohio. The Texas Senate pays tribute to her memory and ensures that an official copy of the resolution is prepared for her family, concluding with a moment of remembrance for Sandra Carothers.