In memory of Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty.

89(R) SR 89 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 89

In Memory

of

Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and

commemorates the life of Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty, who died

on November 7, 2024, at the age of 72; and

WHEREAS, A fourth-generation New Mexican, Elizabeth

"Betty" Seligman was born in Albuquerque on September 29, 1952;

she graduated from Highland High School in 1970, and she went on

to earn her nursing degree from the University of New Mexico; and

WHEREAS, Betty began her nursing career at MD Anderson

Cancer Hospital in Houston, where she met her adoring husband,

Christopher McCarty; after moving to Brenham, she continued her

vocation at several area clinics and medical centers; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary citizen and beloved member of her

community, Betty devoted more than two decades of service and

developed many lasting friendships as the mobile district

director for State Senator Lois Kolkhorst and as the Kolkhorst

campaign accountant; and

WHEREAS, She raised her children, Thomas Randolph McCarty

and Molly McCarty Gonzales, by loving example, and her four

grandchildren, Tyler, Madison, Everett, and Rory, enriched her

life immeasurably; and

WHEREAS, Above all, Betty McCarty treasured time spent

with her family, and she enjoyed taking weekend trips to the

casino and was noted for the attentive care she provided to

injured wildlife; she inspired her many friends and loved ones

through her generosity and her joyful spirit, and she leaves

behind memories that will long be cherished by all who were

privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th

Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved

family of Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty; 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 Betty McCarty.

Kolkhorst

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on March 26, 2025, by a

rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate