85R9358 JCD-D
By: Bonnen of Brazoria H.R. No. 316
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The retirement of Tom Ward as constable for
Matagorda County Precinct 6 on December 31, 2016, provides a
fitting opportunity to recognize him for his 35 years of dedicated
public service to the area; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Cedar Lake, Tom Ward began
his law enforcement career in July 1981 as a reserve deputy for the
Matagorda County Sheriff's Office; he was elected constable for
Precinct 6 in 1988, and he held that position for 28 years; and
WHEREAS, Passionate about giving back to his fellow citizens,
Mr. Ward has volunteered countless hours with the annual Sargent
Beach Clean-Up, the local Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Friends of
the Sargent Library, the Sargent Fire Department, the Economic
Action Committee, and the Sargent Area Chamber of Commerce, which
presented him with its prestigious 2016 Man of the Year Award for
his many contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ward enjoyed the love and support of his wife,
Marion, for nearly four decades, before her death in 2005; with the
passing years, he has had the pleasure of watching his family grow
to include two children, Reeva and Keith, and eight grandchildren;
and
WHEREAS, Tom Ward's deep commitment to public service has
greatly benefited the citizens of Matagorda County, and he may
indeed take justifiable pride in his many achievements; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Tom Ward for his service to Matagorda
County and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
happiness and fulfillment; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Ward as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.