TITLE: In memory of Abigail Rose Arias of Angleton.

SUMMARY: In memory of Abigail Rose Arias of Angleton.

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WHEREAS, The family and friends of Abigail Rose Arias of Angleton suffered an immeasurable loss with the death of this beloved little girl on November 5, 2019, at the age of seven; and WHEREAS, Born in Houston on June 28, 2012, to Ruben and Ilene Arias, Abigail was blessed with the companionship of an older brother, Ethan; she grew up attending the Second Baptist Church of Angleton, and she went on to discover her love of school at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church Preschool and Westside Elementary, where she adored her teachers and classmates; spirited and full of life, she found many outlets for her endless reserve of energy, which included running, swimming, dancing, playing softball, jumping on the trampoline, and playing with her friends and cousins; and WHEREAS, Abigail fiercely loved her brother Ethan, who was her best friend, and she was cherished and doted upon by her parents, her grandparents, and a host of other relatives; she was surrounded by their support, affection, and prayers as she battled cancer, and even on occasions where she needed to stay in the hospital for treatment, she remained unwaveringly cheerful and optimistic; and WHEREAS, After meeting and striking up a friendship with Freeport Police Chief Raymond Garivey, Abigail expressed the desire to one day become a police officer so that she could help others; her wish was granted on February 7, 2019, when she was sworn in as a member of the Freeport Police Department with the badge number 758; her story touched the hearts of people around the world, and she went on to be honored by numerous law enforcement agencies and organizations throughout Texas and other states; and WHEREAS, While the loss of this caring and vivacious young girl will always be deeply felt, her loved ones will forever find inspiration in remembering the joy, laughter, and grace that she brought to their lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Abigail Rose Arias and extend profound sympathy to her family, friends, and countless admirers; 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 Abigail Rose Arias. Vasut Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 49 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 10, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House