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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 95
BY SENATORS BOUDREAUX, ALARIO, CORTEZ AND PERRY
A RESOLUTION
To express the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Senate of the Legislature of
Louisiana upon the death of Gerald J. "Hammy" Patin.
WHEREAS, it is with great sadness that the citizens and the Senate of the Legislature
of Louisiana have learned of the death of Gerald J. "Hammy" Patin on April 7, 2016, at the
age of seventy-nine; and
WHEREAS, he was known as a quarter horse and thoroughbred owner and trainer,
and his horses raced at most tracks throughout the state of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, he owned and operated the nationally recognized Ace Hunting Club and
also co-owned Lafayette Concrete; and
WHEREAS, he was an exemplary and highly admired citizen of Louisiana who
worked tirelessly on a multitude of business, civic, religious, and political causes throughout
his lifetime; and
WHEREAS, upon his death the world lost a unique individual who left an indelible
mark upon his community, and his state and the lives of all those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, he was a loving, devoted, and dedicated husband to his wife of
twenty-nine years, Judy Bonin Patin, a committed father, and a cherished grandfather,
(fondly called "Big Daddy" by his grandchildren), a brother, uncle, relative, and friend
whose love of family was of the utmost importance in his life; and
WHEREAS, this extraordinary man clearly demonstrated during his life his
dedication to his family, job, community, state, and country; and
WHEREAS, his numerous accomplishments in public and private life reflected his
compassion and commitment to others, and everyone who had the privilege to know him,
loved him; and
WHEREAS, the success of the state of Louisiana, the strength of our communities,
and the overall vitality of American society depend, in great measure on people like
Gerald J. "Hammy" Patin who dedicated his life to the betterment of others.
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby honor the life of Gerald J. "Hammy" Patin and pays tribute to his remarkable
legacy, and offers sincere condolences to his family.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to his
wife, Judy Bonin Patin.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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