SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1003
In Memory
of
Jerome Levy
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Houston in mourning the loss of Jerome Levy, who died
March 10, 2011, at the age of 69; and
WHEREAS, Jerome Levy was born February 19, 1942, in
Houston; he attended Bellaire High School before going on to
Texas A&M University, where he was a member of the Corps of Cadets
and earned a bachelor of business administration degree; and
WHEREAS, Following his graduation, he served with
distinction in the United States Air Force Reserve before
embarking on a career as a stockbroker; he worked for many years
at UBS, serving his clients with integrity and loyalty; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Levy was an avid sports fan from a young age; he
was sports editor at Bellaire High School and for 40 years served on
the statistics team and as scorekeeper for the Houston Rockets; he
played handball for many years before switching to golf, and he
played most weekends with a cherished group of friends; and
WHEREAS, He was also active with numerous community
organizations, including the Channel 8 Auction and Cherish Our
Children International; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Levy always maintained that one of his best life
decisions was to marry his wife, Arlene, with whom he shared more
than four decades of mutual love and devotion; he was a doting father
who treasured the time he spent with his daughters, preparing their
lunches, taking them to the office on weekends, attending every dance
recital, and supporting them with warmth and compassion; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and generosity, he
gave unselfishly to others, and although he will be deeply missed
by his family and countless friends, he will continue to live in
their hearts and minds; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Jerome Levy: his wife of 41 years, Arlene; his
daughters, Genene and Jennifer; his brother, Kenny; and his
grandchildren, Max and Lily; 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
Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Jerome Levy.
Ellis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 16, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate