SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1
In Memory
of
Eric Seymour Reed
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Eric Seymour Reed, who
died June 8, 2013, at the age of 54; and
WHEREAS, Eric Reed was born in El Paso on August 27, 1958; he
became a well-known leader in the El Paso community as a prominent
advocate for the rights of people with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, He was a former advocacy coordinator for the Volar
Center for Independent Living and was a member of its board, and
he was a member of the Governor's Committee on People with
Disabilities; and
WHEREAS, He worked in collaboration with other leaders to
pass the first city ordinance in the nation prohibiting
discrimination against people with disabilities; he received the
El Conquistador Award and numerous other meritorious service
awards for his outstanding citizenship and volunteerism; and
WHEREAS, Eric was a man of strong character and high
standards, and his courageous attitude toward life was
inspirational to others; he was a generous, kindhearted person
who was respected in the community for his leadership and his
exceptional accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, Eric Reed was beloved by many, and he will long be
remembered with affection and appreciation by all who were
privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences
to the bereaved family of Eric Seymour Reed; 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 Eric Reed.
Rodriguez
________________________________
President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 1, 2013, by a
rising vote.
________________________________
Secretary of the Senate
________________________________
Member, Texas Senate