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
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on June 28, 2011, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate