TITLE: In memory of Sammie Eaton Hammers.

SUMMARY: In memory of Sammie Eaton Hammers.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A life lived with joy and enthusiasm drew to a close with the passing of Sammie Eaton Hammers of La Porte on September 27, 2023, at the age of 75; and WHEREAS, Sammie Hammers was born on July 24, 1948; throughout her life, she demonstrated remarkable resilience and optimism, even in difficult circumstances, and she inspired countless others with her warmth, compassion, grace, and kindness; she was a trusted friend to many and was quick to extend a kind word or a listening ear; and WHEREAS, Above all else, Ms. Hammers was devoted to nurturing and supporting her family; she was a loving mother to her four children, Shaney, Kerie, Kathy, and Sean, and with the passing years, she was blessed with nine grandchildren, Mathew, Jessica, Beatrice, Chase, Myla, Noah, Michael, Matthew, and Edward, as well as three great-grandchildren, Addison, Rya, and Archer; and WHEREAS, A caring mother, grandmother, and friend, Sammie Hammers brightened the world for all who knew her, and those who held her dear will forever remember the love and happiness she brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Sammie Eaton Hammers and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of her family: to her children, Shaney Stover and her husband, Marty, Kerie Bradford and her husband, James, Kathy Downing and her husband, Brett, and Sean Hammers and his wife, Stephanie; to her grandchildren, Mathew and Jessica Fetner, Beatrice Potter, Chase and Myla Downing, Noah, Michael, and Matthew Hammers, and Edward Hammers and his wife, Krystle; to her great-grandchildren, Addison, Rya, and Archer Hammers; and to her other relatives and many dear 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 Sammie Hammers. Cain Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 27 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on November 1, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House