The resolution honors the life and memory of Glenda Joan Gordon Long, who passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 23, 1941, in Longview, she was the daughter of Gus and Lucille Coy Gordon and had four siblings. Glenda was a devoted mother to her two daughters, Leslie and Gussie, and her family expanded to include six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. A lifelong member of the Pentecostal Church, she was known for her strong sense of community, musical talent, and love for nature, particularly birds.

The Texas Senate expresses its condolences to Glenda Long's family, including her companion Frutoso Moreno, her daughters, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The resolution emphasizes the affection and cherished memories held by those who knew her, and it calls for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for her family. The Senate will adjourn in her memory, reflecting on the impact she had on her loved ones and community.