TITLE: In memory of of Keren Ella Shalom Leal.

SUMMARY: In memory of of Keren Ella Shalom Leal.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of a treasured young Texan, Keren Ella Shalom Leal, who passed away on January 5, 2023, at the age of 12; and WHEREAS, A bright light in the lives of those around her, Keren Leal was born on May 17, 2010, in Georgetown; known to her friends and family as Ella, she brought joy to each person whose life she touched and was adored by all who knew her; and WHEREAS, Ella was the beloved daughter of Janis and Roland Leal and the youngest of 10 children; a talented artist with a vivid imagination, she excelled at painting and drawing, and she loved spending time outdoors exploring the natural world; and WHEREAS, A devoted Christian, Ella had a compassionate spirit that drew her to people and to animals, especially dogs and horses; she was known to her family as a dreamer with a strong sense of faith, which is reflected in her given names and their meanings, which include "God is my light" and "shining bright"; and WHEREAS, Ella approached the world with warmth and an open heart, and she made friends everywhere she went; she was dearly cherished by her devoted parents and siblings and by her many loving extended family members, and her presence was a source of immeasurable joy in each of their lives; she leaves behind memories that will be forever treasured by her many loved ones and by all who were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Keren Ella Shalom Leal; 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 Ella Leal. Schwertner President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 17, 2023, by a rising vote.