TITLE: In memory of Betty Jane Dalrymple of Waco.

SUMMARY: In memory of Betty Jane Dalrymple of Waco.

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WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Betty Jane Dalrymple of Waco on April 17, 2011, at the age of 86; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Leonard and Ruby Williams, the former "BJ" Williams was born in Otto on June 10, 1924; she grew up in Waco and graduated from La Vega High School in 1941; in May of the following year, she met Guy Dalrymple, and before they had finished their first date, they had already decided to become husband and wife; and WHEREAS, The couple married on August 1, 1942, and they later became the parents of three treasured sons, Stephen, Chris, and Bill; Mrs. Dalrymple lent her support and encouragement to her husband during his long career in hospital administration, and they made myriad friendships all around the state; they shared a rewarding relationship of more than a half-century before Mr. Dalrymple's death in 1994; and WHEREAS, When her sons married, Mrs. Dalrymple welcomed their wives as cherished daughters, and as the years went by, she delighted in becoming a grandmother; she adored getting to know her grandchildren as individuals, showing them a splendid time, and cheering them on in all their endeavors; her wonderful sense of humor and vibrant personality endeared her to everyone, and she made each person she encountered feel special; and WHEREAS, BJ Dalrymple brought warmth, kindness, and joy into innumerable lives, and those who were fortunate enough to know her will forever hold her close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Betty Jane Dalrymple and extend sincere sympathy to the members of her family: to her sons, Stephen Dalrymple and his wife, Sharon, Dr. Chris Dalrymple and his wife, Angela, and Bill Dalrymple and his wife, Kenda; to her grandchildren, Stephanie and Owen Bybee, Sloane and Tol Ware, and Sarah, William, Clayton, and Erin Jane Dalrymple; to her great-grandchildren, Owen Bybee IV and Joe Bybee; to her brothers and their wives, Dr. and Mrs. David Williams and Dr. and Mrs. Bill George Williams; and to her many 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Betty Jane Dalrymple. Anderson of McLennan Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2229 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 26, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House