TITLE: In memory of Mary Lou Schanen of Robstown.

SUMMARY: In memory of Mary Lou Schanen of Robstown.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Mary Lou Schanen of Robstown passed away on November 28, 2023, at the age of 69, leaving behind numerous loved ones to cherish her memory; and WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Robstown, the former Mary Lou Perez was born on July 3, 1954, to Helio and Beatriz Tagle Perez, and she grew up with the companionship of four brothers, Helio, Raul, David, and Alejandro, and three sisters, Rosa, Beatrice, and Bertha; she went on to enjoy a rewarding 25-year career as a certified nurse's assistant in the home health and nursing home industry; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Schanen became the treasured matriarch of a family that included her 5 children, Peter, Amie, Stephanie, Tammy, and Leo, as well as her 14 grandchildren and her numerous nieces and nephews; she was a devoted mother and grandmother, and she also loved caring for her pets; in her leisure time, she enjoyed sewing, gardening, cooking, and dancing to country and Tejano music; a woman of devout faith, she was a valued member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Robstown; and WHEREAS, Although Mary Lou Schanen is deeply missed, those who held her dear will forever remember the warmth and kindness she brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Mary Lou Schanen and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her family: to her children, Dr. Peter John Schanen and his wife, Irma, Amie Schanen, Stephanie Schanen-Skimmyhorn and her husband, William, Tammy Schanen, and Leo John Schanen III; to her brothers, Helio Perez Jr. and his wife, Blascita, and Raul Perez and his wife, Sylvia; to her sisters, Rosa Silguero, Beatrice Mesquias and her husband, Richard, and Bertha Perez; to her grandchildren; 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Mary Lou Schanen. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 100 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on December 5, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House