82R16754 JNC-D
By: Alvarado H.R. No. 967
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Father William Culpeper Davis is celebrating his
80th birthday on March 27, 2011, and this important milestone
offers a fitting opportunity to recognize his exceptional work in
the ministry; and
WHEREAS, The first of six children born to William and Mary
Davis, Father Davis graduated from Central Catholic High School in
San Antonio and went on to earn degrees in philosophy and theology
from De Mazenod Scholasticate before attending Loyola Marymount
University in Los Angeles, where he was awarded his master's degree
in education; and
WHEREAS, Father Davis began his career as a teacher at Oblate
High School in Mexico City and later served as a history instructor
and football coach at St. Anthony Catholic High School in San
Antonio; he also traveled to Lusaka, Zambia, to train priests; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, Father Davis has led a number of
churches, including St. Mary's in San Antonio, Immaculate Heart of
Mary in Houston, and San Francisco Javier in Laredo, where he
currently guides his parish with wisdom and insight; in his many
endeavors, he is driven by a strong commitment to social justice,
and he has worked to strengthen education, promoted immigration
initiatives, and supported nuns in Nicaragua; and
WHEREAS, In his leisure time, Father Davis enjoys fishing,
hunting, backpacking, and hiking, and his travels have included
trips to the Grand Canyon and Canada to pursue these favorite
pastimes; and
WHEREAS, Father Davis has benefited many lives by offering
comfort in times of sorrow, encouragement in times of change, and
advice in times of crisis; his dedication and faith are an
inspiration to all who know him, and it is a pleasure to honor him on
80 years of life well lived; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Father William Culpeper Davis on
his 80th birthday and extend to him sincere best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Father Davis as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.