81R5654 JKB-D By: Eissler H.R. No. 246 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Family and friends have sustained a profound loss with the untimely passing of Frederick Henry Eissler of West Chester, Pennsylvania, on November 17, 2008, at the age of 20; and WHEREAS, Mr. Eissler was the eldest child of five born to Fred and Helene Eissler and was a devoted big brother to his four sisters; a 2007 graduate of Archmere Academy in Delaware, where he played on the football team for four years, he also completed a year of studies at the Naval Academy Preparatory School; in July 2008, he realized a lifelong dream when he entered the United States Naval Academy as a member of the 22nd Company, and this determined young man planned to follow in his father's footsteps and serve his nation as a navy pilot; and WHEREAS, Blessed with a gregarious and cheerful personality that won him the respect and friendship of his fellow students, Midshipman Eissler played intramural sports at the academy and was a disciplined student who exhibited strong loyalty to his loved ones and to his principles; and WHEREAS, During his years on this earth, Frederick Henry Eissler brightened the lives of countless people with his ever-present smile and hearty laugh; although his life ended far too soon, memories of his kindness and dedication will be forever cherished by those fortunate enough to have known him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Midshipman Frederick Henry Eissler and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his parents, Helene and Frederick Eissler; to his sisters; and to his other relatives and many 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 adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Frederick Henry Eissler.