82R6570 BPG-D By: Kolkhorst H.R. No. 428 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, No words can ease the sorrow felt when a young life ends too soon, but the family and friends of Michael Todd Greene of Roans Prairie may find comfort in their memories of this beloved boy, who died on January 16, 2011, at the age of 8; and WHEREAS, The son of Todd and Cheli Greene, Michael was born in Roans Prairie on July 12, 2002; he attended Anderson-Shiro Elementary School, where he was in the second grade, and participated in Grimes County Soccer, Grimes County Little League, Anderson-Shiro Little Dribblers, and the Grimes County Fair Peewee Shows; and WHEREAS, Michael was a kind and affectionate child who idolized his big brother, Sean, and loved to accompany his father to his workplace, the sheriff's office; with an irresistible grin and an inquisitive, exuberant nature, Michael brightened the days of everyone around him; and WHEREAS, Although his time with us was far too brief, Michael Greene brought joy to innumerable people, and those who were fortunate enough to share in his love and friendship 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 life of Michael Todd Greene and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Todd and Cheli Greene; to his brother, Sean Winn; to his grandparents, Mike and Johnnie Greer and Kay Greene; 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 Michael Todd Greene.