83R2160 STE-D
By: Gooden H.R. No. 95
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Lowrie Sanders retired as constable for Precinct 3
of Kaufman County on December 31, 2012, drawing to a close a notable
career in law enforcement that spanned more than four decades; and
WHEREAS, The son of a Kaufman County constable, Lowrie
Sanders grew up wanting to follow in his father's footsteps, and in
1967, after serving six years in the armed forces, he joined the
Terrell police force as a reserve officer; and
WHEREAS, Upon entering the profession, Constable Sanders
distinguished himself in a number of posts; in addition to being a
policeman in both Terrell and Kaufman, he was the chief of police in
Kemp, and in 1985 he was elected constable of Kaufman County
Precinct 2; he held that post for 15 years before shifting to the
county sheriff's department, and he then served as constable of
Precinct 3 for 10 years; and
WHEREAS, His commendable performance and many achievements
through the years gained him widespread respect and admiration, and
in recognition of his contributions to the community, the mayor of
Terrell proclaimed December 31, 2012, as "Lowrie Sanders Day"; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Constable Sanders enjoys
the love and support of his wife, Doris, and their children, Angie,
Tammy, and Casey, and retirement will allow him more time to spend
with them and his six grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan's devotion to duty and
commitment to excellence have contributed to the safety and
well-being of his fellow citizens, and he may indeed reflect with
pride on his accomplishments as he embarks on the next exciting
chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Lowrie Sanders on his retirement as
Kaufman County constable 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 Constable Sanders as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.