H.R. No. 2219
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories
of James Edward Jones of Waco, who died on April 21, 2011, at the age
of 86; and
WHEREAS, Jim Jones was born in San Antonio on July 28, 1924,
to Sam and Iva Jones; he answered his nation's call to duty and
joined the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II, and while a marine
he took part in the Battle of Iwo Jima; and
WHEREAS, Following his return to civilian life, Mr. Jones
attended Southern Methodist University, where he played on the
football team; following his studies, he went on to enjoy a notable
career with AT&T; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan shared a fulfilling
relationship with his wife, Doris Lee Jones, until her passing, and
together they raised a daughter, Denny, and a son, James; moreover,
Mr. Jones was active in his community as a valued member of First
United Methodist Church and the Karem Shrine Temple; and
WHEREAS, Jim Jones lived a caring and purposeful life, and he
will forever be remembered with great affection by all those who
were privileged to share 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 James Edward Jones
and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his
daughter, Denny Gay Patterson; to his son, James Joseph Jones; to
his three grandchildren and two 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 James
Edward Jones.
Anderson of McLennan
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2219 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 26, 2011.
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Chief Clerk of the House