SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 809
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Wallace Lee Reynolds, Sr., on the occasion of his 75th
birthday; and
WHEREAS, Wallace Reynolds was born May 11, 1938, in
Georgia, the eldest of 12 brothers and sisters; he grew up in
Bridgeton, New Jersey, and attended Bridgeton High School, where
he was a standout football player and track athlete; and
WHEREAS, After high school, he enlisted in the United
States Air Force and served the country with distinction for 23
years at various postings around the nation and the world; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Reynolds went on to enjoy a fulfilling career
of nearly two decades as executive director of support operations
for a law firm based in Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, He has been married to his high school sweetheart
for more than 55 years; they raised four children and have been
blessed with seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren;
he is active in his church and is still a formidable competitor on
the racquetball court; and
WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of his community, he
is noted for his courage, his compassion for others, and his
enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby commend Wallace Lee Reynolds, Sr., on
his many achievements and extend to him best wishes for a
memorable 75th birthday celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 1, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate