TITLE: In memory of Sharon Elaine Wright of Plano.

SUMMARY: In memory of Sharon Elaine Wright of Plano.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Countless lives were touched by the kindness and generosity of Sharon Elaine Wright of Plano, who passed away on June 14, 2011; and WHEREAS, A longtime City of Plano employee, Mrs. Wright began her tenure there with the utility billing department in July 1987; she distinguished herself in several positions through the years, earning respect and admiration for her writing skills, her positive demeanor, and her readiness to take on any task; at the time of her retirement in January 2010, she was a valued member of the city manager group, serving as the executive administrative assistant to the mayor and council; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Wright brought to all her endeavors energy, compassion, and joy; she took great pleasure in gardening and yard work, and she was a talented crafter who won first place for a wreath she entered in a State Fair of Texas creative arts contest; moreover, she had a knack for decorating that often led to others seeking her advice or assistance; and WHEREAS, Above all, Mrs. Wright was devoted to her family, especially delighting in her role as grandmother, or "Nana," to DJ, Logan, Connor, and Avery, whose company she especially treasured; and WHEREAS, Although Sharon Wright is deeply missed, memories of this beloved woman remain to comfort and inspire all those who had the good fortune to know her; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Sharon Elaine Wright and extend sincere sympathy to the members of her family: to her husband, Freddie Wright; to her children, Kim Starr and her husband, David, David Wright and his wife, Diana, and Colin Wright; to her grandchildren, DJ Starr and Logan, Connor, and Avery Wright; to her sister, Doris Johnson, and her husband, Jim; and to her other relatives 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 Sharon Elaine Wright. Madden Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 178 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on June 28, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House