TITLE: In memory of Gloria Helfman-Nasissi.

SUMMARY: In memory of Gloria Helfman-Nasissi.

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WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Gloria Helfman-Nasissi on August 23, 2016, at the age of 89; and WHEREAS, Born in Brooklyn, New York, on June 24, 1927, Ms. Helfman-Nasissi lived most of her life in New York City, but she eventually moved to Atlanta, then later to Houston, to be closer to her cherished grandchildren, who were her pride and joy; and WHEREAS, Ms. Helfman-Nasissi had the pleasure of sharing many precious memories over the years with her beloved family; at the time of her passing, she was survived by her five children, Janice Zimmer, Lenore Sotelo, Leah Melamed, Joyce Helfman, and David Helfman, her 10 grandchildren, Dennis Fedechko, Nicole Lettiere, Maayan, Daniel, and Arielle Melamed, Jamie, Hannah, and Abigail Klein, and Ethan and Ronnie Helfman, as well as six great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Although she will be deeply missed, Gloria Helfman-Nasissi left an indelible impression on all those who were fortunate enough to know her, and she will hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Gloria Helfman-Nasissi and extend sincere condolences to her 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 Gloria Helfman-Nasissi. Herrero Thierry Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 377 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on February 23, 2017. Chief Clerk of the House