The resolution honors the life and memory of Barbara Harris Tolleson, who passed away on June 8, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Panola County and later moving to Longview, Barbara had a fulfilling career as a secretary and a successful salesperson at JCPenney, as well as a beauty consultant with BeautiControl cosmetics. She was a devoted wife to her husband Joe for 46 years and took great pride in her family, which included her children, stepsons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A woman of deep faith, she was an active member of Mobberly Baptist Church and enjoyed various hobbies, including home decorating, traveling, cooking, and crocheting.

The Texas Senate resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Barbara's family, including her husband, children, stepsons, grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. It acknowledges her caring nature and the lasting impact she had on her loved ones. The resolution concludes with a directive for an official copy to be prepared for her family and states that the Senate will adjourn in her memory.