SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 532
In Memory
of
Kennedy Clay Roland
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Lockhart in mourning the loss of civic leader Kennedy
Clay Roland, who died January 21, 2015, at the age of 52; and
WHEREAS, Kenny Roland was born on August 16, 1962, to Joe
Irene Roland and Preston Roland Jr.; he was a 1980 graduate of
Lockhart High School, where he was a standout athlete on the
football, basketball, and track teams; and
WHEREAS, He enjoyed a 34-year career with the Bluebonnet
Electric Cooperative as a journeyman lineman and construction
crew supervisor; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Roland was committed to public service, and in
1998, he became the first African American to be elected to the
Lockhart City Council; he represented District 1 for more than a
decade before serving as an at-large council member; he was the
founder of the District 1 Pride organization, and he played a
vital role in organizing the city's first Martin Luther King Jr.
Parade; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and kindness, Kenny
Roland gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his generous
spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest
served as an inspiration to his family and countless friends; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband to his wife, Catherine,
andadotingfathertohisdaughter,Kennedy,andheleaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever 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 Kennedy Clay Roland; 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 Kennedy Clay Roland.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 13, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate