TITLE: In memory of Stephanie Ann Brown of San Antonio.

SUMMARY: In memory of Stephanie Ann Brown of San Antonio.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of San Antonio and Texans across the state in mourning the loss of Officer Stephanie Ann Brown, who died March 15, 2011, at the age of 27; and WHEREAS, A three-year veteran of the San Antonio Police Department, Officer Stephanie Brown lost her life while serving in the line of duty; her death is a tragic reminder of the sacrifices made daily by peace officers and their families; and WHEREAS, WHEREAS, She joined the San Antonio Police Department on May 19, 2008, and graduated from the academy on December 19, 2008; after completing her field training, she was assigned to the Central Substation; she was a dedicated police officer and was noted for her kindness, her courage, and her reliability, and she was admired and respected by her colleagues and by all who knew her; and WHEREAS, Stephanie was a loving mother, a devoted daughter, and a loyal sister, and she leaves behind memories that will be cherished always by her family and her many friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Stephanie Ann Brown and extend sincere condolences to her bereaved family; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of San Antonio Police Officer Stephanie Ann Brown. Van de Putte, Uresti, Wentworth, Zaffirini President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 16, 2011, by a rising vote.