SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 68
In Memory
of
Wesley Taylor, Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Wesley Taylor, Sr., who died June 21,
2013, at the age of 90; and
WHEREAS, Wesley Taylor was an exemplary citizen who was
widely admired in his community for his many achievements; and
WHEREAS, He was born June 10, 1923, in Grapeland, to Frank
and Lauretta Taylor; a 1942 graduate of Crockett High School, he
attended Texas Southern University, where he studied auto
mechanics; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Taylor served the nation with distinction
during World War II in the United States Army and rose to the rank
of sergeant; he went on to enjoy a long and productive career as a
self-employed construction worker; and
WHEREAS, He married Jessie Mae West on June 28, 1947, and
the couple enjoyed 66 years of marriage together; they raised
four sons, Wesley, Jerry, Timothy, and Everett, and they were
blessed with nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren;
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 by those who were privileged to
share in his life; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, and 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, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Wesley Taylor, Sr.; 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 Wesley Taylor, Sr.
Ellis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 19, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate