SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 62
In Memory
of
John Geoffrey Warburton
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of John Geoffrey
Warburton, who died December 28, 2012, at the age of 65; and
WHEREAS, Geoff Warburton was born in Harlingen and grew up
in Brownsville; he earned a bachelor's degree in government at
The University of Texas at Austin and a master's degree in
history at The University of Texas--Pan American; and
WHEREAS, He worked for a time as a teacher in Bryan and
Brownsville before earning a law degree from the University of
Houston and entering into a fulfilling 25-year career in the
practice of law, during which he served the people of Brownsville
as city attorney for 14 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Warburton was active in his community as a
member of the Brownsville Rotary Club and as a member of the
Church of the Advent Episcopal; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, Geoff Warburton was beloved by many, and he leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever by all those who
were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of John Geoffrey Warburton;
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 Geoff Warburton.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 12, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate