TITLE: In memory of Sharon Lillian McCormack of Prosper.

SUMMARY: In memory of Sharon Lillian McCormack of Prosper.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the passing of Sharon Lillian McCormack of Prosper on June 20, 2022, at the age of 80; and WHEREAS, The former Sharon Bennett was born to Archie and Lillian Bennett in Santa Monica, California, on January 21, 1942, and she grew up on a farm in Vernon Center, Minnesota, with the companionship of a brother, Larry; in 1963, she was joined in matrimony to Clark McCormack, with whom she shared a fulfilling union that spanned 58 years; and WHEREAS, Mrs. McCormack earned a degree in home economics from Mankato State University, and she went on to work as a teacher in Madelia, Minnesota; she later moved with her husband to Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio before settling in Texas; and WHEREAS, This beloved woman was the proud mother of three children, Mitchell, Jill, and Kevin, and with the passing years, she had the pleasure of seeing her family grow to include four grandchildren, Mitch, Dylan, Bailey, and Nico; and WHEREAS, Engaged in her community, Mrs. McCormack was a passionate supporter of the Republican Party, and she held various positions in the organization, including election judge and precinct chair; she was active in the party at the local, state, and national levels, and she had the honor of attending two presidential inaugurations; a woman of faith, she was a valued congregant of First United Methodist Church in Gainesville; and WHEREAS, Although Sharon McCormack is greatly missed, memories of her grace, her joyous zest for life, and her deep devotion to her family remain to comfort and inspire those she leaves behind; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Sharon Lillian McCormack and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn her passing; 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 Sharon McCormack.