H.R. No. 123
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Honorable Melvin Simons retired as justice of
the peace for Precinct 4 in Parker County on December 31, 2010,
having served with distinction for 12 years; and
WHEREAS, Judge Simons was first elected to his position in
1998, and he was repeatedly returned to office by the voters of his
district; as he concluded his service, he was the oldest sitting
justice of the peace in Texas; and
WHEREAS, This patriotic American was a member of the U.S.
Marines during World War II and saw duty in the battles for Peleliu
and Okinawa; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Judge Simons enjoys the
love and support of his wife, Billye, and his children, Patti
Clinton, Sylvia Simons, and Terry Simons; Judge Simons and his wife
are active members of Hilltop Baptist Church, having been part of
the congregation since 1972; and
WHEREAS, The dedication and compassion demonstrated by Judge
Simons have positively influenced the lives of numerous
individuals, particularly the many young people who appeared before
his court; his accomplishments have made Parker County an even
better place to live and work, and he is greatly appreciated by the
residents that he has served so well; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Judge Melvin Simons on his
retirement as justice of the peace for Precinct 4 of Parker County
and extend to him sincere appreciation for his exemplary public
service; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Judge Simons as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
King of Parker
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 123 was adopted by the House on March
22, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House