SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 363
In Memory
of
Brett Aaron Aycock
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Austin in mourning the loss of Brett Aaron Aycock, who died
February 24, 2015, at the age of 33; and
WHEREAS, Brett Aycock was born on June 7, 1981, in Oklahoma
City; he moved to Austin as a young boy, and he attended Anderson
High School, where he excelled in both academics and athletics;
he began studying criminal justice at The University of Texas at
Austin, but he was inspired to set a new course for his life after
the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Aycock enlisted in the United States
Army in 2003 and served with distinction as a member of the
Reconnaissance/Scout Platoon, Headquarters and Headquarters
Company, 1st Battalion Airborne, 503rd Infantry Regiment; he
completed air assault training in South Korea and was deployed to
Kuwait and then to Iraq, where he was wounded in action while
serving in Ramadi; he was decorated with a Purple Heart and was
awarded a number of medals in honor of his courageous service,
including the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement
Medal, and a Combat Infantryman Badge; and
WHEREAS, After his service, he managed large construction
projects and worked as a consultant on military techniques and as
an actor for the television production of "My Generation"; he
also dedicated his time to serving as an advocate for his fellow
veterans; and
WHEREAS, He was a skilled artist and craftsman who was
known for his many talents, his kind nature, and his engaging
sense of humor; he was a true patriot and an American hero who was
respected and admired by many, and he leaves behind memories that
will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in his
life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Brett Aaron Aycock; 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 Brett Aaron Aycock.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 11, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate