H.R. No. 360
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A century of joyful memories and meaningful
accomplishments is truly reason to celebrate, and on October 23,
2010, Ira McNeil of San Antonio reached that remarkable milestone
in his life when he celebrated his 100th birthday; and
WHEREAS, Ira McNeil was born in Giddings in 1910; he answered
his nation's call to duty with service in the U.S. Army and then
enjoyed a long career at the Gillespie Ford dealership; after
retiring from that position, he went to work for the Institute of
Texan Cultures; and
WHEREAS, Proving the truth of one of his favorite sayings,
"You're never too old to learn anything," Mr. McNeil received a
certificate in computer training from Frank Garrett Community
Center at the age of 67, and at 74 he enrolled in San Antonio
College; and
WHEREAS, Still a formidable opponent in the game of dominoes,
Mr. McNeil is today a member of the West End Baptist Church and the
proud patriarch of a family that includes five children, nine
grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Ira McNeil is a source of joy and inspiration to all
who have had the great privilege of knowing him and sharing in the
richness of his life, and it is indeed fitting to recognize him for
a century of life well lived; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Ira McNeil on his 100th birthday
and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. McNeil as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
McClendon
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 360 was adopted by the House on March
3, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House