TITLE: In memory of Officer Vickie James of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

SUMMARY: In memory of Officer Vickie James of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The thousands of deaths caused by COVID-19 in Texas have created a tremendous void in families, communities, and workplaces throughout the state; among those who lost their lives in the pandemic was Officer Vickie James, a dedicated and well-respected employee of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, who passed away on February 10, 2021, at the age of 59; and WHEREAS, Officer James served on the third shift at the Choice Moore Unit in Bonham; when not working, she enjoyed collecting antiques for her home in Celeste, and she was also a talented artist; though she had only been with TDCJ for four years at the time of her passing, she was a vital member of her team and acted as a parental figure for her coworkers; and WHEREAS, Vickie James faithfully and ably performed her duties throughout her tenure with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and she will long be remembered with great admiration by all who were privileged to know her; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Officer Vickie James and extend deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and colleagues; 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 Vickie James. Murr Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 52 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on August 30, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House