H.R. No. 1856
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The loved ones of Acie John Butler of Houston were
deeply saddened by his passing on April 21, 2011, at the age of 77;
and
WHEREAS, Born in Carthage, Acie Butler had a notable career
with the United States Postal Service that spanned more than three
decades; and
WHEREAS, This devoted family man shared many happy years with
his wife, Shirley Handy Butler, with whom he raised 8 children,
Reginald, Rodney, Vincent, John, Michael, Darrell, Cynthia, and
Cheryl; he also shared the affection of 12 grandchildren and 5
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Acie Butler lived a caring and purposeful life, and
he will forever hold a treasured place in the hearts of 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 memory of Acie John Butler and
extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family: to his
children, Reginald, Vincent, John, Michael, and Darrell Butler,
Rodney Butler and his wife, Rolanda, Cynthia Young, and Cheryl
Butler-Ware and her husband, Olen; to his 12 grandchildren; to his 5
great-grandchildren; 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 Acie John
Butler.
Reynolds
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1856 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 19, 2011.
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Chief Clerk of the House