TITLE: In memory of Dale Susan Eastman of Houston.

SUMMARY: In memory of Dale Susan Eastman of Houston.

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WHEREAS, Dale Susan Eastman of Houston, a staunch advocate for breast cancer patients, passed away on April 16, 2025, at the age of 84; and WHEREAS, Born on February 15, 1941, Dale Eastman was 49 years old when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer, an experience that drove her to dedicate the rest of her life to supporting all those affected by the disease; in 1992, she partnered with three other breast cancer survivors to found the Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation; under her able leadership, the organization saw significant growth, offering screening and financial assistance, a resource helpline, educational programs, and research funding, as well as conducting legislative advocacy work; the foundation joined the board of the National Breast Cancer Coalition as a member organization in 1994; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Eastman was deeply involved in NBCC, where she served on the board of directors for two decades; in 1997, she became a Texas field coordinator and began managing the Texas Action Network, and in 2003, she was one of the first to be invited to join the organization's network of team leaders; in addition, she served as chair of advocacy and government relations for the Alamo group, and she represented NBCC at the White House; and WHEREAS, A champion for breast cancer awareness, Mrs. Eastman helped to establish the Patient Advocate Program at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, ensuring that trained activists were involved in one of the most important gatherings of breast cancer researchers; she also worked directly with lawmakers at the state and federal levels to expand access to medical services and to alleviate health care costs for patients; her numerous other affiliations included the advisory board of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, the Breast Cancer and the Environment Working Group, and the National Institutes of Health Collaborative Summit on Breast Cancer Research; and WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Mrs. Eastman enjoyed the love and support of her husband, Dr. Harry Eastman, with whom she shared a rewarding marriage that spanned nearly six decades; she took great pride in their three children, Andy, Brad, and Robin, and over the years, she had the pleasure of welcoming into her family five grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Dale Eastman impacted countless lives through her efforts in behalf of individuals with breast cancer, and her integrity, determination, and compassion will remain a lasting source of inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to know her; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Dale Susan Eastman and extend heartfelt sympathy to her family 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 Dale Eastman. Lujan Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 958 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 23, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House