TITLE: In memory of Alyson Evans Anderson of Austin.

SUMMARY: In memory of Alyson Evans Anderson of Austin.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Alyson Evans Anderson of Austin on January 26, 2023, at the age of 78; and WHEREAS, Fondly known as "Bitsy" to loved ones, the former Alyson Evans was born in San Antonio on December 28, 1944, to Wilbur and Lillian Evans, and she grew up with the companionship of two siblings, Mary Beth and Terry; after graduating from Austin High School, she attended the University of Dallas Nursing School; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Anderson became a nurse in the intensive care unit at Brackenridge Hospital, and her many contributions included caring for injured victims of the tower shooting at The University of Texas at Austin; she went on to work at Bailey Square Surgery Center before joining St. David's Day Surgery, where she was employed during the final years of her career; and WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Mrs. Anderson enjoyed the love and support of her husband, Rodney, with whom she shared a rewarding marriage that spanned more than five decades; she took great pride in their children, Nicole and Brian, and over the years, she had the pleasure of seeing her cherished family grow to include two grandchildren, Michaela and Cash; and WHEREAS, A woman of deep faith, Mrs. Anderson was a longtime member of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, where she taught Confraternity of Christian Doctrine classes; she also volunteered at her children's schools, and she was a generous donor to an orphanage from a young age; in her leisure time, she enjoyed traveling with her family; and WHEREAS, A kind and caring woman, Alyson Anderson will be deeply missed, and those who held her dear will forever remember the warmth and joy she brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Alyson Evans Anderson and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her husband, Rodney; to her children, Nicole Arenas and her husband, Laffit, and Brian Anderson; to her grandchildren, Michaela and Cash Arenas; to her brother, Terry Evans, and his wife, Donna; to her brother-in-law, Stephen Anderson, and his wife, Lisa; and to her other relatives and many friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Alyson Evans Anderson. Howard Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 17 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on July 13, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House