H.R. No. 132
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Julian F. Stockwell of Duval County has greatly
benefited his fellow citizens through his outstanding public
service; and
WHEREAS, During the course of his long and varied career, Mr.
Stockwell distinguished himself as manager of the Duval County Soil
and Water Conservation District, earning recognition from the state
health commissioner for his proficiency; he went on to make a
positive difference in the lives of countless young people as
director of Duval County's Youth Service Bureau, and he further
contributed to his community as a member of the Coastal Bend Council
of Governments Public Protection Committee; and
WHEREAS, A proud veteran of World War II, Mr. Stockwell
enlisted in the U.S. Navy shortly after graduating from Benavides
High School in 1940; following his discharge in 1947, he worked as a
security guard at the Kingsville Naval Air Station and was later
employed by the Trinity Gas Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Stockwell has also been a rancher for more than
half a century, breeding Beefmaster cattle and working in close
partnership with the Agua Poquita Soil and Water Conservation
District; his membership in the Texas and Southwestern Cattle
Raisers Association dates back more than 50 years, and he has been
recognized on many occasions for his conservation efforts; in
addition to his other accomplishments, he is a gifted singer who
performed with several popular orchestras and at many weddings
during the 1940s and 1950s; moreover, he delighted audiences with
his wit as an emcee at local events; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Mr. Stockwell enjoys the
love and support of his wife of 65 years, Elma Carrillo Stockwell,
their sons, James and Mac, and their grandchildren, James, Jamie,
Julian Patrick, and Mack; and
WHEREAS, Julian Stockwell's dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to the welfare of his community have earned him the
respect and admiration of all who know him, and he is indeed
deserving of recognition for his inspiring record of civic
engagement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor Julian F. Stockwell
for his years of public service in Duval County and extend to him
sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Stockwell as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Guillen
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 132 was adopted by the House on June
28, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House