TITLE: In memory of Emily Elizabeth Hanna Bintliff.

SUMMARY: In memory of Emily Elizabeth Hanna Bintliff.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Emily Elizabeth Hanna Bintliff, who died June 19, 2013, at the age of 60; and WHEREAS, Emily Hanna was born on November 28, 1952, in Vernon; she attended Vernon High School, where she was a standout tennis player, and she went on to attend Texas Christian University and to become a founding member of its women's tennis team; and WHEREAS, She remained a highly competitive tennis player throughout most of her life and was active in interclub tennis at the Colonial Country Club; her many other interests included serving as an officer in the Junior League of Fort Worth and as reunion chairperson for Texas Christian University alumni; she was an active fund-raiser for Susan G. Komen and contributed her time and talents to numerous other civic and charitable causes throughout Fort Worth; she also worked at the Texas Christian University Library and the Fort Worth Country Day School; and WHEREAS, Emily was devoted to her sons, John and Dan, and she was a devout Christian and an active member of Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church; she was noted for her passionate nature, her ready smile, and her wit and grace; and WHEREAS, She was a generous, kindhearted person who was respected in the community for her accomplishments, and her courageous attitude toward life was inspirational to others; she was beloved by many, and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by all who were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Emily Elizabeth Hanna Bintliff; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Emily Hanna Bintliff. Davis President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 9, 2013, by a rising vote.