2011S1202-1 05/05/11
By: Fraser S.C.R. No. 54
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Gregory Mack Simmons, who died April 15,
2011, in the line of duty, while fighting the devastating wildfires
sweeping the state; and
WHEREAS, Greg Simmons was a firefighter in the City of
Eastland, where he was widely respected and admired for his many
achievements; he was a loyal and compassionate man who was rarely
seen without a smile on his face; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Simmons was born December 26, 1960, in Dallas;
he was a loving husband to his wife, Carrie, and a proud and devoted
father to his daughters, Kateland and Karley; he was co-owner of the
family business, Allegro Mobility, a firm providing mobility
devices for the elderly and disabled; and
WHEREAS, His career as a firefighter encompassed 21 years,
first with the Sachse Fire Department and then with the Eastland
Fire Department, where he served for 11 years; he was known for his
willingness to assume new responsibilities and his enthusiasm for
offering support wherever it was needed, and in 2001 he was named
Eastland Fireman of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Simmons was active in social and civic affairs;
from frying fish at high school football games to playing scary
roles at the community haunted house, he was a constant and
reassuring presence in the life of his community; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave
generously to others, and his love for his family and his passion
for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those
who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband and father, and he leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and
many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 82nd Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Gregory
Mack Simmons: his wife, Carrie Simmons; his daughters, Kateland
and Karley Simmons; his mother, Thelma Inez Simmons; and his
sister, Sharon Lively; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for his
family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Legislature, and that when the legislature adjourns this day, it do
so in memory of Gregory Mack Simmons.