SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 432
In Memory
of
Arthur George Patterson
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Arthur George "Pat" Patterson, who died
February 28, 2011, at the age of 81; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Patterson was the last surviving member of the
rescue team that responded to the deadly fire at the State
Capitol on February 6, 1983; he served the state with great honor
and distinction as a Capitol Security Police Officer from 1975 to
1991 and as a member of the Texas Department of Public Safety; and
WHEREAS, During the course of the fire, Mr. Patterson
braved smoke and flames to help rescue fellow officer Joel
Quintanilla, who had been injured while attempting to save people
trapped by the blaze; his bravery and dedication to duty set an
enduring example for all who aspire to serve the public good; and
WHEREAS, Pat Patterson was born June 6, 1929, to Tommy and
Edna Patterson; he was an exemplary citizen who was admired and
respected in his community for his integrity and courage; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Patterson was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather and was beloved by his family and friends, who will
long cherish the memories of his life and his many
accomplishments; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Arthur George Patterson: his children, George Patterson,
Brenda Smith, Sandra Patterson, Karla Larson, and Cindy Patterson;
his sister, Clara Young; and his 18 grandchildren, 35
great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; 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 Arthur George "Pat" Patterson.
Fraser
Birdwell Hegar Seliger Birdwell Hegar Seliger
Birdwell Hegar Seliger
Carona Hinojosa Shapiro Carona Hinojosa Shapiro
Carona Hinojosa Shapiro
Davis Huffman Uresti Davis Huffman Uresti
Davis Huffman Uresti
Deuell Jackson Van de Putte Deuell Jackson Van de Putte
Deuell Jackson Van de Putte
Duncan Lucio Watson Duncan Lucio Watson
Duncan Lucio Watson
Ellis Nelson Wentworth Ellis Nelson Wentworth
Ellis Nelson Wentworth
Eltife Nichols West Eltife Nichols West
Eltife Nichols West
Estes Ogden Whitmire Estes Ogden Whitmire
Estes Ogden Whitmire
Gallegos Patrick Williams Gallegos Patrick Williams
Gallegos Patrick Williams
Harris Rodriguez Zaffirini Harris Rodriguez Zaffirini
Harris Rodriguez Zaffirini
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 2, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
Birdwell Hegar Seliger
Carona Hinojosa Shapiro
Davis Huffman Uresti
Deuell Jackson Van de Putte
Duncan Lucio Watson
Ellis Nelson Wentworth
Eltife Nichols West
Estes Ogden Whitmire
Gallegos Patrick Williams
Harris Rodriguez Zaffirini