82R17802 RYA-D
By: Gooden H.R. No. 1197
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Jerry Quitman Kidd of Chandler, an accomplished
businessman and friend to many, passed away on March 15, 2011, at
the age of 77; and
WHEREAS, Born on March 1, 1934, in Brownsboro to John and Lou
Ella Kidd, Jerry Kidd graduated from East Texas State University;
he wed the former Alice Cade, the love of his life, on December 18,
1954; they enjoyed a rewarding marriage of 56 years and were blessed
with two sons, Luster and Greg, as well as four grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, After college Mr. Kidd entered the field of
education, and over the ensuing years he coached football in
Groveton and taught physical education at Andy Woods Elementary and
Rice Elementary in Tyler; possessed of an entrepreneurial spirit,
he opened his first Kidd Jones convenience store in a small portable
building on April 13, 1965, in collaboration with his partner, Leo
Jones; through their hard work and commitment, they were able to
develop the business into what is now a successful chain of stores
with locations throughout East Texas; Mr. Kidd also invested in
Citizens State Bank in Chandler and helped to oversee the growth of
that institution as it expanded into other communities across the
region; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan was a lifelong member of First
United Methodist Church of Chandler, and he contributed countless
hours to improving his community through his support of numerous
charitable organizations; Mr. Kidd was grateful to have the
fellowship of Rack Tindel, his best friend for more than 50 years,
and he took great pleasure in their many quail hunting trips; and
WHEREAS, While the death of Jerry Kidd brings great sadness
to all who knew him, he leaves behind a rich legacy of memories and
achievements, and those who shared in his love and affection will
forever hold him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jerry Quitman Kidd
and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his
wife, Alice Kidd; to his sons and daughter-in-law, Luster Kidd and
Greg and Shelly Kidd; to his grandchildren, Kristi, Chad, Ashley,
and Chelsea Kidd; 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 Jerry
Quitman Kidd.