H.R. No. 149
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The 85th birthday of an esteemed Texan is truly
cause for celebration, and Oscar Beasley of San Antonio is marking
this noteworthy milestone in his life on July 31, 2013; and
WHEREAS, A proud military veteran, Mr. Beasley spent 20 years
as a communications specialist in the U.S. Air Force and attained
the rank of technical sergeant; after returning to civilian life in
1973, he went on to pursue a second career as a schoolteacher in the
San Antonio Independent School District, a vocation to which he
brought a deep commitment and an inexhaustible enthusiasm; he
retired from full-time teaching in 1988 but continued to work as a
substitute until 2006; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Beasley is blessed with the love and support of
his wife of nearly 65 years, Ruth Beasley, and their two children;
sustained as well by his deep faith, he is a valued member of Grace
First Baptist Church, where he formerly served as an usher, and he
has contributed to his community through his 15-year involvement in
the Cellular on Patrol program and through his work as a board
member of the Meadow Village Neighborhood Association; and
WHEREAS, Oscar Beasley is an inspiring role model to many,
and his 85th birthday offers a fitting opportunity to honor him for
his exemplary career, his devoted service to his country and his
community, and the cherished place he holds in the hearts of his
friends and loved ones; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Oscar Beasley
on his 85th birthday and extend to him sincere best wishes for
continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Beasley as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Menendez
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 149 was adopted by the House on July
29, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House