SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 199
In Memory
of
Lane Alton Zivley
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Pflugerville in mourning the loss of Lane Alton
Zivley, who died January 18, 2009, at the age of 69; and
WHEREAS, Lane Zivley was born January 15, 1940, in Temple;
a 1958 graduate of Temple High School, he went on to attend The
University of Texas and Sam Houston State University; he met
Gloria June Boswell in 1966, and the couple married shortly
thereafter, sharing a life of love and devotion; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zivley was a man of many interests, passions,
and vocations; he was a salesman, sports official, and manager of
a rock and roll band, but his role as a public servant serves as
his enduring legacy; and
WHEREAS, He gave 15 years of loyal service to the state,
and he also served as executive director of the Texas Public
Employees Association; for 25 years he effectively represented
the association before the Texas Legislature, helping to craft
and pass legislation to benefit the public employees of Texas;
and
WHEREAS, An avid hunter and sports fan, Mr. Zivley was a
member and supporter of the National Rifle Association; he
closely followed many sports teams, notably The University of
Texas Longhorns, New York Yankees, and Round Rock Express; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and good humor
will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, and he will continue to live in the hearts and minds
of those he left behind; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Lane Alton Zivley: his beloved wife, June; his son and
daughter-in-law, Benette Lamar Zivley and Linda; his daughters
and son-in-law, Rebecca Grace Schrowang and Jeremy, Debra Denise
Emery, and Mona Marie Fitch; and his grandchildren and
great-grandchildren; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Lane Alton Zivley.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 17, 2009,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate