SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 863
In Memory
of
Pat Young Steed
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Childress in mourning the loss of former mayor Pat
Young Steed, who died April 21, 2013, at the age of 65; and
WHEREAS, Pat Steed was born September 27, 1947, in
Childress, to Bernice and Mildred Young Steed; he was a 1966
graduate of Childress High School and a 1970 graduate of West
Texas State University; and
WHEREAS, While serving as a vice principal and coach in the
Harlingen Independent School District, he met Jackie Burrows,
and they were married on June 27, 1975; he returned to Childress
with his new family and joined his mother in the family business,
H. S. Abstractor, Incorporated; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Steed served as a city council member and
mayor pro tempore for 10 years and he was elected mayor in 1987;
he served the city with distinction in that position for 18 years
and retired in 2005; and
WHEREAS, He also played an important role in making the
Childress Regional Medical Center an exemplary hospital through
his work with the Medical Action Crisis Committee; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Steed was a member of First United Methodist
Church, where he served as treasurer; he also taught the Upper
Room Sunday School class for many years, served on all the church
committees, and was active as a leader in youth activities; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten; 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 Pat Young Steed; 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 Pat Young Steed.
Duncan
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 9, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate