SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 442
In Memory
of
Mike Rambo
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Colleyville and Grapevine in mourning the loss of
Mike Rambo, who died March 22, 2008, at the age of 52; and
WHEREAS, Mike Rambo was born July 28, 1955, in Bryan; he
earned a bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State
University and a master's degree in computer engineering from The
University of Texas at Arlington; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary citizen, Mr. Rambo was respected in
the community for his many achievements and his spirit of public
service; he coached soccer and basketball for many years, and he
was an avid supporter of the L. D. Bell High School marching band;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Rambo was a passionate advocate for the Boy
Scouts of America, serving as a scoutmaster and holding numerous
positions in the organization; his extensive knowledge of
woodcraft and wildlife benefited innumerable Boy Scouts; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Rambo enjoyed a productive professional
career at McKesson Corporation; in 2006, the company bestowed on
him its Neil Harlan Award for community service; and
WHEREAS, A man of strength and compassion, he gave
generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and unending
curiosity about the world around him will continue to inspire
those who knew him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the family and
friends of Mike Rambo; 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 Mike Rambo.
Nelson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 17, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate