H.R. No. 1312
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Don R. Carter, Sr., of Dallas retired from the Texas
Department of Criminal Justice on March 31, 2009, drawing to a close
a notable tenure with the State of Texas that spanned more than 30
years; and
WHEREAS, A native of Dallas, Mr. Carter graduated from
Adamson High School and went on to earn two bachelor's degrees from
East Texas State University, where he became a lifetime member of
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carter began his career in criminal justice at
the age of 23; through the years, he distinguished himself in a
series of positions, including those of district parole officer,
unit supervisor, and parole supervisor; and
WHEREAS, In 2002, Mr. Carter was named assistant regional
director, and in this important post and throughout his time in
state government, he has been regarded with great respect by his
colleagues, and he has been a valuable asset to all of the
departments in which he has served; and
WHEREAS, This notable Texan demonstrated an admirable work
ethic early on; as a young man, he made trips to the store for
elderly residents in his neighborhood, gathered bottles, sold
newspapers, and shined shoes; while in college, he sold Greek
merchandise to make extra money, and for 20 years, he worked
part-time as a retail sales clerk; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carter has been supported in all of his
endeavors by a large and loving family, including his wife,
Cocrecia, his sons, Christopher, Don, and Dondre, his daughter,
Sabrina, and his three grandchildren; in his free time, he enjoys
sports and cooking for his loved ones, who often request "Uncle
Don's" salsa, hot pickles, and pepper sauce; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carter's dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to excellence have greatly benefited his fellow Texans,
and he may indeed reflect with pride on a career well spent as he
prepares to embark on the next exciting chapter of his life; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Don R. Carter, Sr., on his
retirement from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and extend
to him best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Carter as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Hodge
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1312 was adopted by the House on April
23, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House