SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 99
In Memory
of
Gene Simeon Walker Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Laredo in mourning the loss of noted rancher and
civic leader Gene Simeon Walker Sr., who died January 19, 2015,
at the age of 88; and
WHEREAS, Gene Walker was born on March 15, 1926; he was a
descendant of James O. Walker, and his family's many contributions
to Laredo and South Texas have spanned six generations; he was
highly respected for his work ethic and community leadership and
was named the 2014 Laredo Business Person of the Year by the
Laredo Chamber of Commerce; and
WHEREAS, A man of strong character, determination, and
wisdom, he gave unselfishly to others; he had a deep and abiding
love for ranching and for his family, and his enthusiasm for
living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who
were privileged to share in his life; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather,
and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished 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 Gene Simeon Walker Sr.: his wife, Susan Walker; his
children, Gene S. Walker Jr. and his wife, Carllyn, James Patrick
Walker, Elizabeth Scott and her husband, Joey, May Kathleen
Walker, Travis Baker and his wife, Holly, and Erin Albanese and her
husband, John, and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren;
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 Gene Simeon Walker Sr.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 4, 2015, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate