TITLE: In memory of Marjory Kent Vickery.

SUMMARY: In memory of Marjory Kent Vickery.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Lewisville in mourning the loss of Marjory Kent Vickery, who died on May 4, 2017, at the age of 90; and WHEREAS, Marjory Vickery was born on July 13, 1926; she shaped a life of purpose as a champion of education, and she enriched the lives of others by her warmth, her humor, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; and WHEREAS, Marjory graduated from Southern Methodist University and became a world traveler and a trailblazing citizen of the Lewisville community; she was the first woman to be elected to serve on the board of the Lewisville Independent School District; she was later the first Republican woman to be elected to the Texas State Board of Education, and with that victory, she also became the first Republican in Denton County to be elected to state office; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Vickery is noted for playing a key role in developing vital student safety measures, such as implementing speed limits in school zones and assigning crossing guards at designated sidewalks; she also worked with the Lewisville Independent School District Education Foundation to increase funding for students and teachers; in 2003, Vickery Elementary School opened its doors in honor of her many years of exceptional work on behalf of the school district; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Vickery shared 63 years of marriage with the late Paul Byron Vickery, and their loving relationship and happiness served as an example for their five children, their six grandchildren, and their six great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Marjory Vickery was a treasured Texan who was respected and admired for her tireless work on behalf of young citizens; she was recognized on numerous occasions for her many contributions to her community, and she leaves behind memories that will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Marjory Kent Vickery; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of deepest sympathy fromtheTexasSenate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Marjory Vickery. Nelson President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 15, 2017, by a rising vote.