TITLE: In memory of Patricia "Pat" Martin of Parker County.

SUMMARY: In memory of Patricia "Pat" Martin of Parker County.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Countless lives were touched by the kindness and generosity of Patricia Martin of Parker County, who passed away on December 10, 2022, at the age of 75; and WHEREAS, Pat Martin was born to Fred and Bernice Rutledge on October 29, 1947, in Rotan and grew up with the companionship of three siblings, Karen, James, and Lynne; she moved with her family to Brock, where they lived for a few years before settling in Weatherford; a graduate of Weatherford College, she embarked on a career in land title insurance in 1974 and continued working in the industry for many years while raising her son, Brandon, as a single mother; and WHEREAS, In 2011, she married Jimmy Martin, and together they created a blended family that included her stepchildren, Tracie, Tory, and Annabeth; a doting grandmother, Mrs. Martin treasured spending time with her 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Active in her community, Mrs. Martin held leadership roles with the Parker County Committee on Aging, the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce, and the Weatherford Independent School District Education Foundation, and she served on the Park View Terrace Housing Facility Board for a number of years; moreover, she was a founding member of the Parker County Health Foundation and was involved with the Weatherford Lions Club and Meals on Wheels; sustained by a deep and abiding faith, she was a valued congregant of Willow Park Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, Known for her strength of character, her unconditional love, and her contagious laugh, Pat Martin 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 88th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby pay tribute to the life of Patricia Martin and extend sincere condolences 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 House of Representatives and Senate adjourn this day, they do so in memory of Pat Martin. Rogers President of the Senate Speaker of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 95 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 29, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 95 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the Senate on April 5, 2023. Secretary of the Senate APPROVED: Date Governor