SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 634
In Memory
of
James Arthur Harlow, Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Houston and Pasadena in mourning the loss of Captain
James Arthur Harlow, Sr., who died April 12, 2009, at the age of
49; and
WHEREAS, James Harlow was born May 18, 1959; a 30-year
veteran of the Houston Fire Department, James had joined the
department in 1979; he was named captain at Fire Station 26 in
Southeast Houston in 2004; he died a hero while serving in the
line of duty fighting a fire inside a blazing home; and
WHEREAS, A man of high principles and strong character,
Captain Harlow consistently displayed courage and firm resolve
in both his professional and personal life; he was caring and
supportive of his crew members and was known for his reassuring
motto, "Everything is going to be all right"; and
WHEREAS, In honor of his exceptional dedication and
bravery as a firefighter, Captain Harlow will be awarded
posthumously the Medal of Honor from the Houston Fire Department
and the Medal of Honor from the International Association of
Firefighters; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary gentleman who was highly respected
in his community, Captain Harlow was a devoted family man; he was
also an avid outdoorsman who loved sports of all kinds and
enjoyed hunting and fishing; and
WHEREAS, Known for his selflessness and generosity,
Captain Harlow willingly confronted danger to protect others,
and he had the admiration of all who knew him; and
WHEREAS, James Harlow was beloved by his family, fellow
firefighters, and many friends, and he leaves behind memories
that will be deeply treasured by all who were privileged to share
in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of James Arthur Harlow, Sr.: his wife of 29 years, Debbie
Harlow; his daughter and son-in-law, Brandy Rooth and Ron; his
sons and daughters-in-law, James Harlow, Jr., and Jessica and
Travis Harlow and Amber; his parents, James and Virginia Harlow;
his sisters, Terri Perricone and Christie Harlow; his brother,
David Harlow; and his four grandchildren; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the members of 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 James Arthur Harlow, Sr.
Gallegos, Jackson Gallegos, Jackson
Gallegos, Jackson
Averitt Hegar Shapiro Averitt Hegar Shapiro
Averitt Hegar Shapiro
Carona Hinojosa Shapleigh Carona Hinojosa Shapleigh
Carona Hinojosa Shapleigh
Davis Huffman Uresti Davis Huffman Uresti
Davis Huffman Uresti
Deuell Lucio Van de Putte Deuell Lucio Van de Putte
Deuell Lucio Van de Putte
Duncan Nelson Watson Duncan Nelson Watson
Duncan Nelson Watson
Ellis Nichols Wentworth Ellis Nichols Wentworth
Ellis Nichols Wentworth
Eltife Ogden West Eltife Ogden West
Eltife Ogden West
Estes Patrick Whitmire Estes Patrick Whitmire
Estes Patrick Whitmire
Fraser Seliger Williams Fraser Seliger Williams
Fraser Seliger Williams
Harris Zaffirini Harris Zaffirini
Harris Zaffirini
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 15, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
Gallegos, Jackson
Averitt Hegar Shapiro
Carona Hinojosa Shapleigh
Davis Huffman Uresti
Deuell Lucio Van de Putte
Duncan Nelson Watson
Ellis Nichols Wentworth
Eltife Ogden West
Estes Patrick Whitmire
Fraser Seliger Williams
Harris Zaffirini