SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 751
In Memory
of
Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr., who died
April 17, 2013, at the age of 52; and
WHEREAS, Kenny Luckey Harris was born November 21, 1960, in
Killeen; a 1979 graduate of Crawford High School, he married his
beloved wife, Holly, on October 13, 1984, and the couple was
blessed with three sons, Jud, Jarrod, and Heath, who were a
source of much pride and joy; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harris graduated from the Dallas Fire Academy
in 1982 and began a fulfilling career of more than 31 years with
the Dallas Fire Department, where he attained the rank of captain
and was a member of the Dallas Fire Fighters Association Local
58; he also owned Harris Home Inspections and Construction with
his family; and
WHEREAS, Captain Harris, who lived in West, lost his life
while responding to a devastating fire and explosion at the West
fertilizer plant; he was not a member of the fire department in
West and was off-duty at the time of the fire at the plant, but he
rushed to the scene to help ensure the safety of the town's
volunteer firefighters in dealing with a chemical fire; his
bravery and quick action are a reflection of the spirit that
guided his life and his career; and
WHEREAS, Luckey Harris was a fun-loving, adventurous man
who relished the time he spent aboard his boat with his family and
who inspired those around him to become better people; he gave
unselfishly to others, and his courage, his generous spirit, and
his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
forgotten; and
WHEREAS, A devoted son, husband, and father, 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 Kenneth Luckey Harris, 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 Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 23, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate