TITLE: In memory of Peggy Diane Ragsdale of Mason.

SUMMARY: In memory of Peggy Diane Ragsdale of Mason.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of the Honorable Peggy Diane Ragsdale of Mason on September 3, 2023, at the age of 71; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Bill Ira and Sara Lee Smith, the former Peggy Smith was born in Mason on October 22, 1951, and she grew up with the companionship of three brothers, Terry, Ronnie, and Rick; she enjoyed a long and rewarding career as justice of the peace for Kimble County until her retirement; and WHEREAS, She married Billy Lee "Dooker" Ragsdale in Junction on January 9, 1981, and the couple shared many happy years together before his passing; Mrs. Ragsdale took great pride in her sons, Michael and Robert Darnell, and her family eventually grew to include nine grandchildren; and WHEREAS, While the death of Peggy Ragsdale brings immeasurable sorrow to her family and friends, she leaves behind a record of service that will long be treasured by all those who held her dear; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Peggy Diane Ragsdale and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her family: to her sons, Michael and Robert Darnell; to her brother, Rick Smith, and his wife, Debra; to her grandchildren; 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 Peggy Ragsdale. Murr Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 55 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on November 1, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House