SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 881
In Memory
of
Paul Wesley Hanson
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of noted educator
Paul Wesley Hanson, who died April 9, 2011, at the age of 63; and
WHEREAS, Paul Hanson was born November 24, 1947; he earned
a bachelor's degree in education from Western Washington
University and a master's degree in education administration
from The University of Texas at Brownsville; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hanson married Gail Louise Mosness in 1969,
and the couple raised three children, who blessed them with six
grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, He founded Valley Christian High School, where
for 38 years he served as principal and teacher; he taught a wide
variety of classes in science, mathematics, and the Bible while
working 60 to 70 hours a week to ensure that his students had a
rewarding and inspirational education; he believed that high
school should be a transformative experience and took his
students on trips to Mexico, Europe, and throughout Texas to
further that goal; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Hanson reached out monthly to the poor of
Matamoros by providing food and clothing; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and unshakeable
faith, he gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his
generous spirit, and his integrity will not be forgotten by those
who were privileged to share in his life; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, and although he will be deeply missed by his family
and friends, his spirit will abide in their hearts for years to
come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Paul Wesley Hanson: his loving wife of 42 years, Gail
Hanson; his sons and daughters-in-law, Joel and Gloria, Marco and
Margaret, and David and Anna; his brother, Phil; and his six
grandchildren; 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 Paul Wesley Hanson.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 29, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate