SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 133
	In Memory
	of
	Bernice Marie DeWese
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
	citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Bernice Marie
	DeWese, who died June 13, 2011, at the age of 90; and
	WHEREAS, Bernice Marie DeWese was born October 11, 1920, in
	San Antonio; she met James DeWese while dining at his family's
	restaurant, DeWese's Tip Top Café, in 1945, and they were married
	the next year; and
	WHEREAS, Following their marriage, Mrs. DeWese worked at
	the restaurant for a short time before devoting herself to
	raising their three children; she returned to the café in the
	1970s and became a major force in its success, performing every
	task vital to ensure its smooth operation, including waiting
	tables, running the cash register, and hiring employees; and
	WHEREAS, For three decades, she dedicated her life to
	maintaining the restaurant's family atmosphere and
	patron-friendly environment; her genuine concern for people led
	her to create a work environment that made employees feel like
	they were members of her family; and
	WHEREAS, A woman of courage, strength, and compassion, she
	gave unselfishly to others, and her generosity, her impressive
	work ethic, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest
	will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in her
	life; and
	WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother,
	and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by
	her family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
	condolences to the bereaved family of Bernice Marie DeWese: her
	daughters, Linda DeWese and Loretta Hettler; and her two
	grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of
	Bernice Marie DeWese.
	Van de Putte
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on June 28, 2011, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate