TITLE: In memory of Mary Lois Pittman McGahey.

SUMMARY: In memory of Mary Lois Pittman McGahey.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The certain knowledge of a life well lived may comfort those saddened by the passing of Mary Lois Pittman McGahey of Lindale on September 10, 2016, at the age of 94; and WHEREAS, Born to Claude and Lois Pittman on October 8, 1921, in Lindale, the former Mary Pittman grew up with five brothers and three sisters; she was joined in matrimony to Jimmie McGahey, and over the years, the couple became the proud parents of three daughters, Laritha, Wilma, and Cathy, and two sons, Billy and Jimmie; Mrs. McGahey later had the pleasure of welcoming into her family 17 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and 12 great-great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A skilled businesswoman, Mary McGahey owned and operated a floral shop in Lindale, and she also co-owned Jimmie's Texaco Station with her husband for more than four decades; she was a valued member of the congregation at Swan-Wood Springs United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, Greatly beloved by her family and friends, Mary McGahey is deeply missed, and all who were blessed to share in the richness of her life will forever hold her close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Mary Lois Pittman McGahey and extend sincere condolences to all those who mourn her passing; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Mary McGahey. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 6, 2017, by a rising vote.