83S10084 BPG-D
By: Klick H.R. No. 4
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The friends and family of U.S. Army Specialist
Michael C. Roberts of Watauga suffered an immeasurable loss with
the death of this exemplary soldier on August 27, 2011, at the age
of 23; and
WHEREAS, Specialist Roberts was killed in Afghanistan while
bravely serving his country as a member of the 561st Military Police
Company, 716th Military Police Battalion, 101st Sustainment
Brigade; over the course of his distinguished military career, this
courageous young Texan also served in Iraq, and he earned a number
of honors, including the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and NATO medal;
and
WHEREAS, Born on November 24, 1987, to Dave and Kathy
Roberts, Michael Roberts graduated from Richland High School, where
he was a varsity wrestler and member of the marching and concert
bands; he went on to attend the University of North Texas before
joining the army in 2007; and
WHEREAS, Michael Roberts was known for his kindness and his
warm smile; in addition to spending time with his brothers, Patrick
and Brian, he enjoyed fishing and camping; and
WHEREAS, Our state and nation are fortunate to have men and
women whose love for their country inspires them to take up military
service, yet the tragic death of this young Texan is a sobering
reminder of the cost of war; Specialist Roberts was a brave and
dedicated soldier, and his fellow citizens owe him an eternal debt
of gratitude for his valor and sacrifice; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of
U.S. Army Specialist Michael C. Roberts and extend sincere
sympathy to his parents, David and Kathy Roberts; to his brothers,
Patrick Roberts and his wife, Brittany, and Brian Roberts; to his
"nephew dog," Cooper Roberts; to his grandmothers, Mary Jane Ryan
and Martha Roberts; and to his other relatives and many friends;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of U.S. Army
Specialist Michael C. Roberts.