SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 144
In Memory
of
Bruce Dinkins
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Bruce Dinkins,
director of bands at Bowie High School, who died June 22, 2011, at
the age of 60; and
WHEREAS, Bruce Dinkins was a beloved educator who took
great delight in the success of his students and truly helped
them achieve their potential by demanding no less than their
best; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Dinkins was an educator for more than 30
years; he taught in high schools in South Carolina and Georgia
and served on the faculties of Emory University, Georgia State
University, and Florida Community College in Jacksonville; he
had performed with four chamber orchestras and conducted the
Sewanee Summer Music Festival in Tennessee for 24 years; and
WHEREAS, Under his direction, the Bowie High School band
has won national acclaim and numerous awards; it has earned the
Sweepstakes award from the University Interscholastic League in
concert and marching every year since his arrival at the school
in 2001; it was named one of the top 12 bands at the Bands of
America Grand Nationals competition, and it was named Grand
National Champion at the Smoky Mountain Music Festival; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Dinkins was an outstanding band director,
teacher, and mentor; he set high standards for his students and
helped them develop their musical talents while also developing
character, discipline, and respect for others; thousands of
students have benefited from his wise guidance and leadership;
and
WHEREAS, Bruce Dinkins was a devoted husband and father,
and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished for years to
come by his family, his students, and his 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 Bruce Dinkins: his wife,
Hildy; his daughter, Jordan; and his son, Adam; 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 Bruce Dinkins.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 28, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate