SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 136 In Memory of Perry Edward Woelke WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and at the age of 71; and WHEREAS, Perry Edward Woelke was an exemplary citizen who was widely admired in his community for his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Perry Woelke was born September 17, 1939, in Seguin; he was a 1958 graduate of Alamo Heights High School, and he married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Jakeman; and WHEREAS, Mr. Woelke moved with his family to Houston in 1972, and he enjoyed a long and productive career with the Whirlpool Corporation; and WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Perry Edward Woelke: his son, Perry Woelke; his daughters and sons-in-law, Christine and Tom Cunningham and Stacey and Michael Hazlewood; his brothers and sister-in-law, Gary Woelke and James and Clarice Woelke; and his four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Perry Edward Woelke. Wentworth ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 28, 2011, by a rising vote. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate