84R23209 BK-D
By: Herrero H.R. No. 2180
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Deputy Constable Patrick Stephen Runyon of the
Nueces County Constable's Office lost his life in the line of duty
on February 7, 1981, and his service and sacrifice will not soon be
forgotten; and
WHEREAS, A 32-year-old member of the department, Deputy
Runyon was fatally shot while responding to a misdemeanor criminal
mischief call at a residence; at the time of his death, he was
survived by his wife, child, parents, and eight siblings; and
WHEREAS, Our state and nation benefit immeasurably from the
courage and commitment of law enforcement professionals such as
Deputy Constable Patrick Runyon, who willingly place themselves in
harm's way each day to safeguard the lives and property of their
fellow citizens; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life and exemplary service of
Deputy Constable Patrick Stephen Runyon of the Nueces County
Constable's Office.