TITLE: In memory of Etta Mae Crockett.

SUMMARY: In memory of Etta Mae Crockett.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Etta Mae Crockett, who died on May 7, 2023, at the age of 68; and WHEREAS, Etta Crockett was born on July 6, 1954, to Ince and Willie Crockett; a determined student, she graduated from George Washington Carver High School in 1972 and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in education from Prairie View A&M University; and WHEREAS, A knowledgeable and gifted teacher, Etta served the Aldine Independent School District as an educator for 20 years; after retiring from teaching, Etta pursued her passion of becoming a political consultant and faithfully served her community as Harris County Precinct Chair 109; and WHEREAS, Noted for her compassion and integrity, Etta was a pillar in her community; she served on a number of mayoral, congressional, and senatorial campaigns for such politicians as Sylvester Turner, mayor of Houston, Senator John Whitmire, Senator Borris Miles, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and Congressman Beto O'Rourke; and WHEREAS, A woman of faith and a lifelong Democrat, Etta enriched the lives of countless people in the city of Houston through her contributions to education and her many community initiatives, and she was honored on March 29, 2023, by the city for her dedication to Houston; and WHEREAS, Etta was a source of light to her friends and loved ones, and she leaves a legacy of unconditional service for the good of all; left to cherish her memory are her beloved partner, Ray Jones; her four siblings, Delors Long, Ella Obanion, Carl Crockett, and Maurice Crockett; and all who were blessed to share in her life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Etta Mae Crockett; 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 Etta Crockett. Whitmire President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 30, 2023, by a rising vote.