SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 754
In Memory
of
Floyd Simpson
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Floyd Simpson, who died May 3, 2015, at
the age of 51; and
WHEREAS, Chief Floyd Simpson was a dedicated peace officer
who devoted his life to making his community a safer and more just
place; his courage, his ability to get people to work together, and
his concern for the rights of all citizens were an inspiration to
all those who were privileged to share in his life; and
WHEREAS, Floyd Simpson was a native of Chicago; he earned a
bachelor's degree from Western Illinois University and a master
of business administration degree from Amber University; and
WHEREAS, He served with distinction for 25 years as a
member of the Dallas Police Department; he rose through the ranks
to become assistant chief of police and commander of the city's
patrol bureau and administrative bureau, where he was noted for
his ability to manage contentious issues with sensitivity and
consideration for all points of view; and
WHEREAS, He left Dallas in 2012 to become chief of the Corpus
Christi Police Department; he quickly earned respect in his new
home for his tough stances on crime and aggressive drivers, and he
was beloved by the community due to his compassion and his
wholehearted embrace of the people of the city; and
WHEREAS, Floyd Simpson was an inspiring leader in the field
of law enforcement who brought out the best in others, and he was
held in the highest regard by his colleagues and friends; and
WHEREAS, He and his beloved wife, Tanya, enjoyed more than
27 years of marriage together, and his four children were a
source of much pride and joy for him; and
WHEREAS, He was a man of strength and integrity who gave
generously to others; he was always ready with a smile, and his
warmth and his wise counsel will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband and father, and he leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and
countless 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 Floyd Simpson; 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 Chief Floyd Simpson.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 11, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate