TITLE: In memory of Alicia Pekema Lippman.

SUMMARY: In memory of Alicia Pekema Lippman.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The family and friends of Alicia Pekema Lippman suffered an immeasurable loss with her death on May 24, 2022, at the age of 32; and WHEREAS, The daughter of James and Dianne Pekema and Janice Pekema, the former Alicia Renea Pekema was born on July 6, 1989, in Houston, and grew up sharing in the companionship of three siblings, Jesse, Marc, and Scott; she graduated from Memorial High School and continued her education at The University of Texas at Austin, graduating with honors with a degree in government and political communications; and WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan started her career in television in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and she went on to work in Baton Rouge and in Little Rock, Arkansas, before becoming an assistant news director for CBS19 in Tyler; a talented artist, she was especially skilled at drawing, photography, and acting; she was also active in the Houston Children's Chorus, initially as a singer and later as an alumni staff member; and WHEREAS, While in Baton Rouge, she met the love of her life, David Lippman, whom she married on September 17, 2017, in Portland, Oregon; her life was further enriched by her nieces and nephews, Cain, Layne, Charlotte, Olivia, Jackson, and Madison; she was also devoted to her dogs, Daisy and Duke; and WHEREAS, Admired for her kindness, her creativity, and her vibrant personality, Alicia Lippman brightened the world for all who knew her, and they will forever hold her close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Alicia Pekema Lippman and extend heartfelt sympathy to all who mourn her passing; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Alicia Lippman. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 27, 2023, by a rising vote.