SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 795
In Memory
of
Robert L. Marquardt
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and pays
tribute to the life of philanthropist and entrepreneur Robert L.
Marquardt, who died January 14, 2012, at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, Born December 25, 1925, in Dayton, Ohio, Robert
Marquardt was enterprising, even as a child; the future founder
of Management and Training Corporation launched several
neighborhood businesses as a youngster, and that work ethic
served him well throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, During World War II, Mr. Marquardt was a
midshipman for the United States Merchant Marine and the United
States Navy; he attained a bachelor of arts degree from Denison
University and, later, a master's degree in business and a
doctoral degree in business management; in 1960, he joined
Thiokol Chemical Corporation as marketing director; and
WHEREAS, At Thiokol, Mr. Marquardt helped create an
education division and encouraged the company to work with the
federal Department of Labor in operating Job Corps Centers; in
1980, he parlayed this experience into his own business, founding
Management and Training Corporation; today, the firm employs
some 9,200 people, is the largest operator of Job Corps Centers
in the country, and is the nation's third-largest operator of
private correctional institutions; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Marquardt also found time for philanthropy
and good works; his efforts were instrumental to many community
projects and initiatives, including the Beus Pond Nature Park,
the George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park, and the Ogden River Parkway;
he also enjoyed landscaping, deep-sea fishing, writing, drawing,
and long-distance running; and
WHEREAS, Survived by his wife of 23 years, Annette, and two
children and several grandchildren, Mr. Marquardt leaves behind
many fond memories that will long be cherished by those who knew
him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Robert L. Marquardt; 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 Robert Marquardt.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 30, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate