H.R. No. 1162
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories
of Edward Maurice Arnold of Bosqueville, who passed away on March 3,
2011, at the age of 91; and
WHEREAS, Edward Arnold was born in Downsville on August 8,
1919, and was raised in Bosqueville, where he spent much of his
life; growing up on a farm, he learned the importance of a strong
work ethic, and he also appreciated the value of an education; he
went on to have a respected career as an accountant; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Arnold enjoyed a loving and fulfilling marriage
with his wife, Minnie Lee, until her passing; a man of strong
religious faith, he was a lifelong member of Bosqueville United
Methodist Church, and his life and actions were guided by his
Christian principles; known for his warm heart and charming smile,
he was deeply devoted to his church and his community; and
WHEREAS, This treasured gentleman delighted in telling
stories about his experiences in the Bosqueville area; his favorite
pastimes as a youth included playing baseball, and through the
years he remained an avid sports fan; and
WHEREAS, Edward Arnold possessed a kind and gentle spirit,
and he will be deeply missed by all those fortunate enough to have
shared in his love and friendship; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Edward Maurice Arnold
and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to
his nephews, Paul Culp, Roland Drewyer, and Jerry Don Drewyer; to
his nieces, Carol Bybee and Jerry Lynne Evans; to his wife's niece,
Wanda Miller; and to his other relatives and friends; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Edward
Maurice Arnold.
Anderson of McLennan
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1162 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 14, 2011.
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Chief Clerk of the House