TITLE: Honoring Marie Hendricks Payne of Lake Jackson on her 100th birthday.

SUMMARY: Honoring Marie Hendricks Payne of Lake Jackson on her 100th birthday.

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WHEREAS, Marie Hendricks Payne of Lake Jackson is reaching a special milestone on June 17, 2013, when she marks her 100th birthday; and WHEREAS, Born a century ago to Jesse Banks and Mary Ida Hendricks, the former Marie Hendricks grew up on a farm in Oklahoma; on July 18, 1931, at the age of 18, she married Clifford Payne; the couple shared more than six decades together and were blessed with a daughter, Mary Helen; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Payne has dedicated herself to her home and to her family, which today includes two grandchildren, Gail and Donna; a resident of the Lake Jackson community for 70 years, she is known for her strong faith and is a valued member of First Baptist Church of Clute; and WHEREAS, Marie Payne is a source of tremendous inspiration, and in sharing the experience gained through a century of life well lived, she bestows a precious gift of wisdom that benefits all who are fortunate enough to know her; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Marie Hendricks Payne on the joyous occasion of her 100th birthday and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mrs. Payne as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bonnen of Brazoria Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 254 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House