SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 739
In Memory
of
Lylian Berry, Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Lylian "Randy"
Berry, Jr., who died March 11, 2013, at the age of 42; and
WHEREAS, Randy Berry was an exemplary citizen who was
admired for his many achievements and his exceptional
contributions to his community; and
WHEREAS, A veteran of the United States Air Force, he
served his fellow citizens with distinction as a member of the
Fort Worth Fire Department, where he was on the Swift Water
Rescue team; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Berry was devoted to his daughters, Desiree and
Dominique, and he was raising them as a single parent; he was noted
for his willingness to help his neighbors and co-workers; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his generous spirit and
enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
forgotten; and
WHEREAS, Randy Berry was respected by all who knew him, 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 Lylian Berry, 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 Randy Berry.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 22, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate