SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 241
In Memory
of
Leslie E. Goldstein
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Leslie E. "Lon"
Goldstein, who died January 28, 2013, at the age of 94; and
WHEREAS, Born May 13, 1918, this beloved longtime coach and
mentor showed an early affinity for athletics; he was a
three-sport letterman at Fort Worth's Polytechnic High School,
and he signed a Major League Baseball contract with the
Cincinnati Redlegs and played professionally for various teams
over a period of 25 years; and
WHEREAS, On December 21, 1940, he married Geraldine
Newsome; the couple shared 63 years of marriage and raised a
family, which brought them much joy; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Goldstein served his country honorably during
World War II in the United States Army; he held a master's degree
in education from Texas Wesleyan College, and he enjoyed a long
career teaching and coaching at Carter-Riverside High School in
Fort Worth; he also served as athletic director for the city's
public schools until he retired in 1985; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Goldstein was recognized for his many
achievements by induction into the Texas Baseball Hall of Fame
and the Texas Wesleyan Sports Hall of Fame; he was also honored as
Texas Athletic Director of the Year, and a baseball field in Fort
Worth is named after him; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Goldstein made a lasting impression on the
many young athletes he mentored, and he will long be remembered
for his contributions to his state and his country; and
WHEREAS, A man of warmth and wisdom, he leaves behind
memories that will be cherished by his family and friends; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the
bereaved family of Leslie E. Goldstein; 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 Lon Goldstein.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 19, 2013,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate