Cecina Koeijmans * - Dallas
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15th State Regent 1990-1992State Convention Parliamentarian 2009, 2011
JCDA State Convention Parliamentarian 2007, 2009, 2011
National Convention Parliamentarian 2006, 2008, 2010
Cecina joined the Catholic Daughters Court Mary Immaculate #1719, Dallas, in 1963. She served her local court in the offices of Monitor, Treasurer, Financial Secretary, Recording Secretary, Vice Regent and Regent.
She sat in every chair on her journey up the state board ladder; District Deputy, Treasurer, Secretary, Second Vice State Regent, First Vice State Regent and State Regent.
Twenty years later (2012) when asked for a highlight of her term, Cecina replied; "It would be difficult to point out one positive happening of my term. The installation of new courts with all the new CDA members was always an inspiring and gratifying experience. I always felt so grateful when I was the guest in the homes of my hostesses as I traveled to the different courts; they were always so gracious and welcoming. Those two years were truly a blessing for me. Texas CDA members have so much for which to thank God. With the blessing of our Divine Savior, our 'foremothers' had the wisdom and the courage to start something new in Texas, and those leaders who followed, continue to carry the banner of 'Unity and Charity.' CDA has touched so many lives making a positive difference, to which I personally bear witness."
Cecina began her study and involvement in Parliamentary Law and served as Parliamentarian for the Texas State Conventions in 2009 and 2011 and the National Conventions 2006 and 2010. She served as Province Director of the National Council of Catholic Women, Texas State President of the National Association of Parliamentarians, Parliamentarian for these organizations, and local president of Church Women United. Cecina will always be remembered for her convention ‘parliamentary chats’ and for going to the microphone at conventions and asking for “point of order.”
She added the following comments on her life; “I relished my time as a member of the State Board and especially my two years as State Regent. Interacting with members from all parts of the state was quite a gratifying experience. Having been employed as a parliamentarian by many lay organizations has helped me to grow and expand my experiences with numerous groups with varying interests.
During this time, our three sons grew up, attended college, and married giving me nine (9) grandchildren which I immensely enjoy. I am thankful for the life and experiences I have had, including the many friends I have been fortunate enough to make, and the God given gifts bestowed on me by our Divine Maker.” She loved to entertain and cook Italian dishes!
