TITLE: In memory of Ann Elizabeth Lee.

SUMMARY: In memory of Ann Elizabeth Lee.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Conroe in mourning the loss of Ann Elizabeth Lee, who died November 19, 2017, at the age of 64; and WHEREAS, Ann Lee was born October 9, 1953, in Austin, Texas; she moved with her family to Taylor in 1963 and attended Taylor High School, where she was the recipient of numerous choir and band awards; she graduated with honors in 1972; and WHEREAS, Ann furthered her education at Sam Houston State University and earned a music education degree in 1976; after her graduation, she remained in Conroe and served as the choral director at Conroe High School for eight years; she became dedicated to a lifetime in music ministry when she was hired as the director of music at the First United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, In 1984, Ann took the reins of the Montgomery County Choral Society, for which she introduced a new format and concert schedule; she led the group on numerous overseas performance trips, and in 2014, she directed the group's performance at New York City's Carnegie Hall; and WHEREAS, An accomplished performer and a beloved music teacher and director, Ann used her exceptional talents to enrich the lives of others, and she instilled in people a sincere appreciation of music on many levels; she was admired for her kindness, her positive attitude, and her engaging sense of humor, and she will long be remembered with great respect by all who were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Ann Elizabeth Lee; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ann Lee. Creighton President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2019, by a rising vote.