SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 478
In Memory
of
John Andrew Collins
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of The Woodlands in mourning the loss of John Andrew
Collins, who died March 8, 2009, at the age of 25; and
WHEREAS, John Andrew Collins was born in Houston on
September 27, 1983; he attended Glen Loch Elementary School and
Collins Intermediate School and graduated from The Woodlands
High School in 2002; he was enrolled at Lone Star College; and
WHEREAS, He was a faithful and lifelong member of The
Woodlands United Methodist Church, and he earned the rank of
Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America Troop 772; and
WHEREAS, Andrew was a bright and thoughtful young man, and
he enriched the lives of all who knew him with his love, his
kindness, and his compassion for others; and
WHEREAS, A dearly loved son, grandson, and brother, Andrew
brought great joy and happiness to his family, and he leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever in their hearts;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of John Andrew Collins: his parents, Cam and Kathy
Collins; his brother, Austin Collins; and his grandparents, Paul
and Matalee Smith, Carol Collins, and Violet Collins; 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 John Andrew Collins.
Williams
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 19, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate