H.R. No. 141 is a resolution from the Texas House of Representatives honoring the memory of nine-year-old Ellen Elizabeth Getten, who tragically lost her life in the flooding in Kerr County on July 4, 2025. Born on June 7, 2016, in Houston, Ellen was the beloved daughter of Jennifer Wilson Getten and Douglas Vandever Getten, and she is remembered for her vibrant spirit, love for her family, and the joy she brought to those around her. Ellen was a student at St. John's School and actively participated in various activities, including tennis, swimming with the Mean Green swim team, and engaging with her community through church and neighborhood events.
The resolution expresses deep condolences to Ellen's family, including her parents, sister, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, acknowledging the profound impact she had on their lives. It highlights her warm personality, love for dancing, favorite foods, and cherished moments spent with her family and friends. The House of Representatives unanimously adopted the resolution on September 3, 2025, and it calls for an official copy to be prepared for her family, ensuring that Ellen's memory is honored as the House adjourns in her remembrance.