H.R. No. 1094
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the men and women
of the law enforcement profession, for by their selfless devotion
to the public welfare, they enable us to enjoy the benefits of a
peaceful and orderly society; and
WHEREAS, Too seldom recognized, and sometimes taken for
granted by the public they so faithfully serve, these gallant
individuals daily risk their lives in order to ensure domestic
tranquility and to protect the lives and property of others; and
WHEREAS, Chief Darrell L. Allen of the Marlin Police
Department exemplified in his personal and professional conduct the
singular virtues of courage, integrity, and steadfast resolve, and
throughout his 20 years, 5 months on the force, his meritorious
service embodied the highest ideals of his vocation; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan, who was killed on November 10,
2015, while working an off-duty security assignment, will long be
missed by his family, his fellow peace officers, and the entire
community; and
WHEREAS, Though his life ended far too soon, Chief Allen has
left behind a record of public service that is deserving of his
fellow citizens' lasting respect and gratitude; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Chief Darrell L. Allen
and extend deepest sympathy to his relatives, friends, and fellow
officers; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Chief
Darrell L. Allen.
Lucio III
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1094 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 6, 2017.
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Chief Clerk of the House