The resolution honors the life of Ethel Branch, who passed away on May 2, 2025, at the age of 81 in Longview, Texas. Born on December 19, 1943, in Orlando, Florida, Ethel had a successful career in real estate, joining Lenhart Properties in 1995 and becoming a top performer and mentor over her 30 years there. She married Barney Branch in 1986, and their nearly four-decade marriage was enriched by her stepsons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Ethel was known for her deep faith, serving as an usher at Trinity Episcopal Church, and her involvement in the Green Thumb Garden Club, alongside her passion for the beach.

The Texas Senate expresses its condolences to Ethel Branch's family, including her husband, stepsons, grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. The resolution pays tribute to her warmth, kindness, and the positive impact she had on those around her, ensuring that her memory will be cherished by all who knew her. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared for her family, and the Senate will adjourn in her memory.