SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 633
In Memory
of
Melvin K. Price, Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Melvin K. Price, Jr., who died November
4, 2012, at the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, Mel Price was born November 11, 1933, in Wichita
Falls; he married Sherrel Burton in 1960, and the couple raised
four daughters, Sherri, Terry, Kelly, and Monica, who were a
source of much pride and joy and who blessed them with six
grandchildren and a great-grandchild; and
WHEREAS, A veteran of the United States Army, Mr. Price was
the co-owner and general manager of KDXE-FM radio and served as a
college professor; he was active with numerous community
organizations and served on the boards of Crime Stoppers and the
food bank; he also worked with the American Cancer Society, the
Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, and the Rotary Club, and he
was involved in a mentoring program at Sulphur Springs Middle
School; and
WHEREAS, A man of strength, integrity, and courage, he gave
unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and generous
spirit will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to
share in his life; 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 Melvin K. Price, Jr.; 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 Melvin Price, Jr.
Deuell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 11, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate