TITLE: In memory of Kathy Staples Boobar.

SUMMARY: In memory of Kathy Staples Boobar.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The tragic death of Kathy Staples Boobar of Plano on June 20, 2016, at the age of 49, brought profound sorrow to the family of this cherished wife, mother, daughter, and sister and to the many other people whose lives she touched; and WHEREAS, Born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on April 18, 1967, to Harold Staples and Beverly McCormack, the former Kathy Staples grew up with the companionship of two sisters, Karen and Lane; she embraced her adopted state of Texas, where she received a finance degree from The University of Texas at Austin in 1989; after graduating, she was employed for 26 years with Fiduciary Financial Services Wealth Management in Dallas, beginning in an entry-level position and eventually being named president of the company in 2014; and WHEREAS, In addition to excelling in her professional responsibilities, Kathy Boobar benefited many organizations through her volunteer work, including the Junior League of Collin County and the Plano Area Chapter of the National Charity League; moreover, she served as a board member and treasurer for the Legacy Chapter of the Women's Auxiliary to Children's Medical Center Plano, and she volunteered countless hours of her time in behalf of her congregation at ParkwayHills Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, This dynamic woman enjoyed the love and support of her husband, Tim Boobar, and she was a devoted and nurturing mother to her daughter, Carly; she was known for her bright smile and for the kindness that she showed others through her words and deeds, and when she was not volunteering, she found fulfillment in traveling and spending time with those dearest to her; and WHEREAS, Although her passing is an immeasurable loss to her community and to those who shared in the blessing of her life, Kathy Boobar's example of charity, love, and selfless generosity will forever remain a source of inspiration; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Kathy Staples Boobar and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of her family: to her husband, Tim Boobar; to her daughter, Carly Boobar; to her mother, Beverly McCormack; to her father, Harold Staples, and his wife, Patty; to her sister, Lane Anderson; and to her other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Taylor of Collin President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 24, 2017, by a rising vote.