H.R. No. 829
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The untimely death of beloved coach Johnathan Ray
Wagner on December 11, 2016, at the age of 30, has deeply saddened
his family, his friends, and the many students whose lives he
touched throughout his career in the Angleton Independent School
District; and
WHEREAS, Born to Ray and Sandy Wagner on June 11, 1986, J. R.
Wagner grew up in Angleton and graduated from Angleton High School
in 2004; he went on to attend Sam Houston State University, where he
earned a degree in kinesiology with a minor in history in 2009; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wagner subsequently returned to his hometown
and took a job at Angleton Junior High as a football coach and
physical education teacher; his enthusiasm, his dedication to his
students and players, and his Wildcats team pride made him a popular
figure on campus, and he naturally fit into the role of mentor and
confidant to many; and
WHEREAS, While pursuing the career of his dreams, Mr. Wagner
was fortunate enough to meet his future wife, Katy, and the couple
exchanged wedding vows on July 11, 2015; in addition to enjoying the
company of his family and friends, he took pleasure in the outdoors
and spent many happy hours fishing; and
WHEREAS, Those who were fortunate enough to know J. R. Wagner
will never forget the laughter, love, and happiness that he shared
with them, and he will forever hold a treasured place in their
hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Johnathan Ray Wagner
and extend heartfelt 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 J. R.
Wagner.
Bonnen of Brazoria
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 829 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 23, 2017.
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Chief Clerk of the House