H.R. No. 284
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, With the death of Lane Alton Zivley on January 18,
2009, at the age of 69, the State of Texas lost a dedicated
professional who helped ensure a brighter future for many Texas
workers; and
WHEREAS, Born in Temple on January 15, 1940, Mr. Zivley was
the son of Rebecca and Lamar Zivley; he played football at The
University of Texas and later attended Sam Houston State
University, where he was a member of Kappa Alpha Fraternity; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zivley gained an early knowledge of Texas
government from his father, who represented Bell County in the
state legislature and helped create the Teacher Retirement System
of Texas; Lane Zivley would draw on that background when he entered
state service, working for the state comptroller's office during a
career that spanned 15 years; and
WHEREAS, In 1974, he became an advocate for his fellow state
employees when he was hired by the Texas Public Employees
Association; appointed executive director several years later, he
fought for wage increases, protections for whistle-blowers, and
improved benefits, and his dedication and diligence benefited
countless public servants; and
WHEREAS, A man of many interests, Mr. Zivley loved politics,
ardently supported the NRA, and enjoyed hunting and cheering on his
favorite sports teams, including the Longhorns, the Yankees, and
the Round Rock Express; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, he was blessed with the love
and support of his wife of more than 40 years, June, as well as four
children, Benette, Rebecca, Debra, and Mona, eight grandchildren,
and two great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Although Lane Zivley's wide circle of friends and
admirers are saddened by his death, they will surely take comfort in
remembering his humor, compassion, and generosity, and he will
forever hold a special place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Lane Alton Zivley and
extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife,
June; to his children, Benette Lamar Zivley and his wife, Linda,
Rebecca Grace Schrowang and her husband, Jeremy, Debra Denise
Emery, and Mona Marie Fitch; to his grandchildren, Zachary, Zoe,
Caitlyn, Russell, Justin, Chance, Alexis, and Lacey; to his
great-grandchildren, Brooklynd and Raleigh; 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 Lane Alton
Zivley.
Naishtat
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 284 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 11, 2009.
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Chief Clerk of the House