SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 742
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Kevin Fitzpatrick of Bandera, who is being inducted
into the Frontier Times Museum Hall of Honor in Bandera on July
25, 2009; and
WHEREAS, The Frontier Times Museum was established in 1933
by J. Marvin Hunter to showcase the exploits of the pioneers
whose courage and strength of character played a major role in
the opening of the West and the creation of the icon known as the
true Texan; and
WHEREAS, The 2008 world champion trick roper, Mr.
Fitzpatrick has delighted audiences around the world with his
skill and charm; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Fitzpatrick has served for many years as an
emissary of goodwill, acting as an ambassador at the Texas
Folklife Festival; his devotion to his family, his community, and
his state makes him an ideal representative for the cowboy way of
life; and
WHEREAS, Kevin Fitzpatrick embodies the principles and
courage exhibited by the early pioneers memorialized in the
Frontier Times Museum, and it is truly fitting that he receive
this singular honor on July 25, 2009, the National Day of the
American Cowboy; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Kevin Fitzpatrick for his many
contributions to the rich legacy of our state and extend to him
best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 27, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate