SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 271
In Memory
of
O. J. Blakey
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of O. J. Blakey, who died January 27, 2013,
at the age of 82; and
WHEREAS, O. J. Blakey was born August 6, 1930, in Savoy;
after his 1947 graduation from Savoy High School, he earned a
bachelor's degree from East Texas State University and pursued
postgraduate studies at Midwestern State University; and
WHEREAS, He served the nation with distinction as a member
of the United States Air Force in the Korean War; following his
military service, he worked for 10 years as a civilian engineer
at Shepard Air Force Base, where he focused his efforts on
projects associated with satellites and the space race; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Blakey then embarked on a 31-year career with
the company that became the Lockheed Martin Corporation; his work
on numerous weapons programs played a role in the nation's safety
and security during the Cold War; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Blakey was a longtime member of Tate Springs
Baptist Church, where he served as deacon chairman, trustee,
finance and drama committee member, and Sunday school and
Vacation Bible School teacher; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his generous spirit, his love of
the outdoors, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the
fullest will not be forgotten; 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, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of O. J. Blakey; 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 O. J. Blakey.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 25, 2013,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate