TITLE: In memory of Betty Jo Smith of Waco.

SUMMARY: In memory of Betty Jo Smith of Waco.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The certain knowledge of a life well lived may temper the profound sadness felt by the loved ones of Betty Jo Smith of Waco, who passed away on April 17, 2011, at the age of 87; and WHEREAS, Born in Crosby County on June 17, 1923, the former Betty Ellison was the daughter of Amos and Flossie Ellison; she was joined in marriage with B. J. Smith, and they had many rewarding years together until Mr. Smith passed away in 2008; the couple raised two cherished sons, Russell and Clint, who preceded his mother in death; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Smith was employed as a secretary with the Waco Health Department and later with Connally-Compton Funeral Directors; she was a longtime congregant of Crestview Church of Christ; and WHEREAS, Although Betty Smith will be deeply missed, cherished memories of time spent in her company will long endure in the hearts of her family and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Betty Jo Smith and extend sincere sympathy to the members of her family: to her son, Russell Smith, and his wife, Terrie; to her four 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 Betty Jo Smith. Anderson of McLennan Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2412 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 30, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House