SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 412
In Memory
of
Kent Finlay
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins citizens
across the state in mourning the loss of Kent Finlay, who died
March 2, 2015, at the age of 77; and
WHEREAS, A legendary and beloved Texas songwriter and
musical mentor, Kent Finlay helped spark the careers of famed
musicians across multiple genres, and he is well known for
bringing the essence of Texas honky-tonk to the world; and
WHEREAS, In October of 1974, he opened the renowned
Cheatham Street Warehouse, a rustic music venue in San Marcos,
and for more than 40 years, countless Texas greats such as Stevie
Ray Vaughan and Eric Johnson honed their talents on the Cheatham
stage; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Finlay is perhaps best known for hosting
George Strait's first stage performance with the Ace in the Hole
Band in 1975 and for driving the then unknown country music icon
to Nashville to record his first demo tapes; and
WHEREAS, Kent Finlay's own musical narratives, including
"They Call It the Hill Country," showcase his unique talent at
song crafting, which he readily shared with the songwriters he
consistently championed; he also cowrote a number of album tracks
with several of the talented musicians he helped promote; and
WHEREAS, Kent Finlay was a proud father and grandfather,
and he was known for his warmhearted and generous nature; he will
be fondly remembered by loved ones and fans across the state and
nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Kent Finlay; 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 Kent Finlay.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 23, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate