SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 661
In Memory
of
David Allen Abernathy
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Anahuac in mourning the loss of David Allen "Bubba" Abernathy,
who died April 17, 2015, at the age of 70; and
WHEREAS, David Abernathy was born October 17, 1944, in Alvin,
to David and Pauline Abernathy; he married the love of his life,
Mary Annette Willcox, on September 19, 1964, and the couple
enjoyed 50 years of marriage together; they raised two children
and were blessed with seven grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Abernathy served the nation with distinction
for eight years in the United States Air Force; he was trained in
radar and electronics, and his service included a tour of duty in
Vietnam; and
WHEREAS, After his military service, Mr. Abernathy returned
with his family to Anahuac, where he and his wife owned and operated
Abernathy's Meat Market for more than 25 years and Abernathy's
Home Center for 10 years; and
WHEREAS, He served as Precinct 2 commissioner for Chambers
County for six years; his many contributions to the community
also included work with the Anahuac Little League, the Anahuac
Optimist Club, the Lions Club, and the American Legion, and he was
the founder of the Chambers County Youth Project Show 100 Club; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Abernathy was devoted to his family; he took
special care in mentoring his children and grandchildren, and he
delighted in the regular family reunions that he and his wife
held for more than 30 years; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave
generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel
will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather,
and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by
his family and his many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of David Allen Abernathy; 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
David Allen "Bubba" Abernathy.
Creighton
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 29, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate