H.R. No. 376
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The untimely death of Charles Winfred Roberts of
Katy on January 13, 2017, at the age of 59, has brought a great loss
to the family and many friends of this beloved gentleman; and
WHEREAS, This compassionate Texan cared dearly for the
animals that he was committed to rescuing, and his pets, which
included six dogs and a horse, were like family to him; he devoted
his life in retirement to volunteering with Rescued Pets Movement
in the Heights, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing
second chances to dogs and cats in need of homes; for over a year, he
and his son Jared made the long trip to deliver dogs and cats
scheduled for euthanasia from Houston to Colorado, where they might
be adopted; Mr. Roberts was killed in an automobile accident while
en route on one of these trips; and
WHEREAS, Born in Dallas on May 29, 1957, Charles Roberts was
the son of Charles and Helen Phillipo Roberts; a resident of the
Katy area since 1993, he shared a fulfilling relationship with his
cherished wife, Theresa Ann, and was the devoted father of four
children, Shalia, Rhiannon, Brandon, and Jared; through the years,
he took joy in welcoming into his family two grandchildren, Alexa
and Maximus, and he was also a doting uncle and great-uncle; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Roberts radiated warmth and generosity, winning
the affection of everyone that he encountered, and he was fond of
sharing his knowledge of politics, the military, and Texas and
world history; moreover, he enjoyed watching Dallas Cowboys games
with his daughter Rhiannon, along with traveling, playing the
guitar, fishing, snorkeling, stargazing, and a host of other
eclectic hobbies; and
WHEREAS, Charles Roberts was a source of strength and
inspiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing him, and although
his loss is difficult to bear, his loved ones may find comfort in
remembering the wonderful times that they shared with him and the
integrity and kindness with which he lived; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Charles Winfred
Roberts and extend sincere condolences to all those who mourn his
passing; 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 Charles
Roberts.
Schofield
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 376 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on February 23, 2017.
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Chief Clerk of the House