SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 405
In Memory
of
Herbert C. Sheppard
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Herbert C. Sheppard, who died February 1,
2013; and
WHEREAS, Herbert Sheppard was an exemplary citizen who was
widely admired in his community for his many achievements and
beloved for the profound impact he had on the lives of others; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Sheppard was a member of Bethlehem Baptist
Church, where he served as a deacon and as superintendent of the
Sunday school; he was a devotional leader for the Missionary
Baptist General Convention of Texas and served as a featured
speaker for the National Baptist Convention of America,
Incorporated; and
WHEREAS, He enjoyed a fulfilling professional career as a
Federal Express employee, and he served his community as a member
of the Elm Grove District Association Brotherhood and the Fort
Worth City Wide Brotherhood Union; and
WHEREAS, A man of integrity and generosity, he gave
unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his strength, 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 countless 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 Herbert C. Sheppard; 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 Herbert C. Sheppard.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 5, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate