H.R. No. 2610 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Reverend Darrell Martin of Houston has distinguished himself through his service to the community, and his outstanding leadership and generosity of spirit have earned him the heartfelt admiration of all who know him; and WHEREAS, A native of the Bayou City, Reverend Martin graduated from Kashmere High School and began a notable career in radio that includes service as station manager of KWWJ and the establishment of the Martin Broadcasting Network; over the years, he has benefited his fellow residents by filling the airwaves with uplifting gospel music; and WHEREAS, Reverend Martin has also made a positive difference as a leader in the congregation at New Day Deliverance Holiness Church; devoted to his wife, Brenda, and their three children, he values living a healthy lifestyle and enjoys cheering on the Rockets in his free time; and WHEREAS, Those individuals who step forward to share their time with others are indeed deserving of our profound gratitude, and it is a pleasure to honor Reverend Martin, who has enriched the lives of countless others with his dedicated community service; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby commend the Reverend Darrell Martin for his noteworthy service to the people of Houston and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Reverend Martin as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Edwards ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2610 was adopted by the House on May 31, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House