TITLE: In memory of Mary Barrett Stevens of Austin.

SUMMARY: In memory of Mary Barrett Stevens of Austin.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The tragic passing of Mary Barrett Stevens of Austin on July 4, 2025, at the age of eight, has brought an incalculable loss to all those who loved and cherished her; and WHEREAS, Born in Houston on December 6, 2016, to Stacy and Johnny Stevens, Mary Stevens was affectionately known as "May May" to her family, which also included her younger siblings, Graham and Lilly, and her beloved dog, Pete; she attended Highland Park Elementary School, where her magnetic personality and her kind and welcoming nature made an impression on her teachers and classmates; she was a natural leader who readily endeared herself to others, and she demonstrated her zest for life as she pursued such activities as art, dance, basketball, and skiing; and WHEREAS, Compassionate, loyal, and cheerful, with a radiant smile and a contagious laugh, Mary made the world a brighter place for everyone around her; she was at her happiest when she was sharing her favorite things with those closest to her, whether she was playing Rummikub and cards with her family, dancing with her friends, or taking her loved ones along on her various adventures; she enjoyed traveling to new places, and aside from home, her favorite place to be was surrounded by her family and friends in Telluride, Colorado; and WHEREAS, Although her time on this earth was far too brief, Mary Stevens was a ray of light in the lives of those who held her dear, and they will never forget the abundant joy that she brought to them; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Mary Barrett Stevens and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of her family: to her parents, Stacy and Johnny Stevens; to her siblings, Graham and Lilly Stevens; to her grandparents, Ann and Edward Stevens and Patti and William Holmes; to her aunt and uncle, Maggie and Sam McNichols; to her cousin, Juliet McNichols; to her great-aunt and-uncle, Cynthia and Peter Sullivan, and their children; to her godparents, Emily and William Bellomy; and to her other relatives and friends; 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 Mary Stevens. Middleton President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 15, 2025, by a rising vote.