TITLE: In memory of Ginger Rose Holland of Longview.

SUMMARY: In memory of Ginger Rose Holland of Longview.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Ginger Rose Holland of Longview on March 26, 2025, at the age of 83; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Leonard and Myrtle Dean Bledsoe, the former Ginger Bledsoe was born in Longview on May 22, 1941; she grew up with the companionship of three sisters, Hazel, Dorothy, and Lou, and she was a proud graduate of Longview High School; over the course of a rewarding career at Brookshire's, she frequently earned recognition for her work ethic and her commitment to excellence; and WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, she benefited from the love and support of her husband of 33 years, Howard Holland; she was the devoted mother of four children, Wayne, Susan, Paul, and Dale, and over the years, her cherished family grew to include 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, In her leisure time, Mrs. Holland enjoyed traveling and cooking, and she took pleasure in preparing meals for her loved ones; she was also a woman of deep faith, and her spiritual devotion was reflected in every aspect of her life; and WHEREAS, Although Ginger Holland is deeply missed, those who held her dear will forever remember the warmth and kindness she brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Ginger Rose Holland and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her husband, Howard Holland; to her children, Wayne Barber and his wife, Amanda, Susan Mixon, Paul Barber and his wife, Renee, and Dale Barber; to her sister, Lou McMahon and her husband, Mike; to her stepchildren, Kendra Toliver and her husband, Scott, and Adam Holland and his wife, Catherine; to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and to her many 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 Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ginger Holland. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 1, 2025, by a rising vote.