H.C.R. No. 130
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The loved ones of Elbert Patrick Barbee of Paris,
Texas, were greatly saddened by his passing on March 4, 2009, at the
age of 52; and
WHEREAS, A native Texan, Pat Barbee was born on August 24,
1956, in Paris, to Elbert Elmo Barbee, Jr., and Katheryne Patrick
Barbee; he attended Paris Junior College, earned a degree from
Texas Tech University, and pursued graduate studies at Texas A&M
University--Commerce; and
WHEREAS, He exchanged vows with the former LeAnn Starnes on
December 20, 1980, at the First United Methodist Church in Paris,
and through the years, the couple shared in the joy of welcoming
three beloved children into their family; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Barbee was employed with Williams Sporting Goods
for two decades, and after retiring, he went to work at Paris High
School for five years; and
WHEREAS, A congregant of First United Methodist Church, he
participated in local cultural activities through his longtime
involvement with the Paris Municipal Band, which he also served as
announcer, and the Paris Community Theatre, which benefited from
his leadership as president and board member, and from his talent as
an actor in many productions; and
WHEREAS, Although his time on earth ended far too soon, Pat
Barbee will forever hold a treasured place in the hearts of those
fortunate enough to have shared in his love and friendship; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby pay tribute to the life of Elbert Patrick Barbee and extend
deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, LeAnn
Elizabeth Starnes Barbee; to his children, Erin Elizabeth, Ethan
Patrick, and Caitlin Rae Barbee; to his brother, Mike Barbee, and
his wife, Sarah; to his parents-in-law, the Reverend Ray Starnes
and Carroll Starnes; to his brothers-in-law, Jeff Starnes and
Charles Starnes and his wife, Pam; and to his many other relatives
and friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives and Senate adjourn this day, they do so in memory of
Pat Barbee.
Homer
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 130 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 2, 2009.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 130 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the Senate on April 21, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor