TITLE: In memory of Annie Rene Damm of Hooks.

SUMMARY: In memory of Annie Rene Damm of Hooks.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Annie Rene Damm of Hooks were deeply saddened by her death on February 4, 2025, at the age of 85; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Bill and Irene Jackson, the former Annie Jackson was born in Pike County, Arkansas, on May 8, 1939, and she grew up with the companionship of eight siblings, Ann, Jene, Pat, Kenneth, Juanita, Kevin, Kerry, and Kirby; she shared a rewarding marriage with her husband, James, that spanned 45 years until his passing in 2009, and she took great pride in their children, Leslie, Jeff, and Tony; through the decades, she had the pleasure of seeing her family grow to include 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A woman of strong faith, Mrs. Damm was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Texarkana, where she participated in Bible study and Sunday school; she pursued a number of different occupations throughout her life, and she found great joy in uplifting those around her; above all else, she cherished the time she spent with her family and friends; and WHEREAS, Annie Damm led a life of caring devotion to her loved ones, and although she is deeply missed, her spirit will forever live in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Annie Rene Damm and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her children, Leslie Kennedy, Jeff Damm and his wife, Trena, and Tony Damm and his wife, Karabeth; to her grandchildren, Bradley, Jeffrey, Ariana, Alex, and Grace Damm and Tad and Simone Hill; to her 10 great-grandchildren; to her siblings, Juanita Shallenburger, Kevin Jackson, Kerry Jackson, and Kirby Jackson; and to her other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Annie Damm. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 1, 2025, by a rising vote.