83R15186 MDM-D By: Bohac H.R. No. 1456 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Countless lives were touched by the kindness and generosity of Christian David Wignes of Houston, who passed away on March 21, 2012, at the age of 49; and WHEREAS, The son of Christian and Miriam Wignes, Chris Wignes was born on September 13, 1962, in Torrance, California, and grew up on Long Island, New York; a skilled hockey and baseball player, he moved to Houston with his family in 1978 and graduated from Spring Branch High School in 1981; and WHEREAS, After receiving an associate's degree in diesel mechanics in 1983 from Texas State Technical College, Mr. Wignes established a career as a mechanic in Houston; he earned several master's level certifications and was widely respected for the exacting standards he applied in his work; and WHEREAS, Mr. Wignes enjoyed a close relationship with his family, which in addition to his parents included his sister, Suzanne, his brother-in-law, Mike, and his niece, Lindi, who held a special place in his heart; he was also a caring friend to many people and took great enjoyment in spending time with his pets; and WHEREAS, While the life of Chris Wignes ended far too soon, he will forever be remembered with great affection and admiration by all those who knew and loved him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Christian David Wignes and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Christian and Miriam Wignes; to his sister, Suzanne Doler; to his brother-in-law, Mike Doler; to his niece, Lindi Doler; to Brian Higgins, David Yost, and Rick Crellin; and to his other friends and relatives; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Christian David Wignes.