H.R. No. 2649
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The untimely death of Daryl Ray Matthews of
Pflugerville on April 26, 2015, at the age of 47, has brought an
immeasurable loss to all who were privileged to share in the life of
this beloved Texan; and
WHEREAS, A native of Tyler, Daryl Matthews was born on April
23, 1968, to Forest and Jesserene Matthews, and he grew up with the
companionship of two sisters, Sheri and Lura, and a brother,
Forest; he later found a devoted partner in his wife, Phyllis
Matthews, and their relationship was a source of much happiness and
fulfillment to him; and
WHEREAS, Outgoing and generous, Mr. Matthews could be
counted on to lend a hand whenever a friend needed him; his loved
ones always had a welcome place in his home and at his table, and he
enjoyed preparing his famous layered cakes for weddings, parties,
and other special occasions; known for his skilled craftsmanship as
well, he often worked alongside his father on do-it-yourself
projects, and he was pleased to have donated his time and labor to
build a new deck for his church; and
WHEREAS, Although his days were far too few, Daryl Matthews
leaves behind a host of dear friends and family who are richer for
having known him, and they will forever find inspiration in their
memories of his warmth and kindness; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Daryl Ray Matthews and
extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his
wife, Phyllis Matthews; to his parents, Forest and Jesserene
Matthews; to his sisters, Sheri Matthews and Lura O'Connor and her
husband, Thomas; to his brother, Forest Gerald Matthews, and his
wife, Yvette; to his nieces and nephew, Ana and Andrew Matthews,
Charlotte Clinard, and Alicia Thompson; and to all those who mourn
his passing; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Daryl Ray
Matthews.
Gonzales
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2649 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 21, 2015.
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Chief Clerk of the House