SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 562
In Memory
of
Hans Johann Muller
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Hans Johann
Muller, who died March 6, 2013, at the age of 76; and
WHEREAS, Hans Muller was born October 12, 1936, in
Fischbach, Switzerland; he apprenticed as a baker as a young man
before serving in the Swiss Army; he then worked at resorts in
Switzerland and England until he accepted a job offer from the
Ridglea Country Club in Fort Worth in 1963; and
WHEREAS, Within a few years, he accomplished his goal of
opening his own bakery, the Swiss Pastry Shop; he was known for
his Black Forest cake, which had become the signature dessert at
Ridglea Country Club; and
WHEREAS, Among his many interests were traveling, skiing,
and gardening; he was married to his wife, Sarabeth, for 25
years, and he was very proud that his son, Hans Peter, decided to
continue the family legacy by taking over the pastry shop; and
WHEREAS, A man of wisdom, strength, and compassion, he gave
unselfishly to others, and his generous spirit, his gentle
manner, 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 Hans Johann Muller; 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 Hans Johann Muller.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 2, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate