SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 125
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Paul Benjamin Keele, Jr., on the grand occasion of his
80th birthday; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished gentleman is well known for
his warmth and generosity of spirit, and he is a respected
citizen of San Angelo; and
WHEREAS, Paul Benjamin Keele, Jr., was born in El Dorado on
February 13, 1929, to Paul B. Keele, Sr., and LaFayette Keele; a
graduate of Lubbock High School, he earned a pharmacy degree from
The University of Texas and practiced his profession for many
years in Big Spring and Midland; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Keele married Ellen Coats on July 28, 1950,
and the couple raised three children, who have blessed them with
10 grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practices his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Keele has served as an elder and a preacher for
the Church of Christ; during his working years he spent countless
weekends and vacations traveling from place to place and church
to church, sharing his testimony and his love with all those he
met; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Mr. Keele has been dedicated
to the service of others, and he has always been an exemplary
father and provider for his family; and
WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of his community,
Mr. Keele is noted for his courage, his wisdom, his compassion
for others, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the
fullest; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Paul Benjamin Keele, Jr., on a life
well lived and extend to him best wishes for a memorable 80th
birthday; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Duncan
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 4, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate