SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 234
In Memory
of
Robert Lyons
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of El Paso in mourning the loss of Robert Lyons, who died January
25, 2017, at the age of 62; and
WHEREAS, Bobby Lyons was born on June 15, 1954, in Orlando,
Florida, and his family settled in El Paso when he was a teenager;
he became a varsity golfer while attending Burgess High School,
and he went on to earn a bachelor of business administration
degree from The University of Texas at El Paso; and
WHEREAS, Bobby contributed greatly to the vitality of the
El Paso community as a successful restaurateur; by the age of 23,
he had opened his first business, Lyons Bar and Restaurant, and
he later became the owner and operator of the Kona Kreek
Steakhouse; he played a key role in reviving the El Paso Club, a
time-honored social club located at the top of the Chase Building
downtown, and he served as general manager of the establishment
for six years; and
WHEREAS, Bobby Lyons was known as the quintessential
gentleman, and he always looked forward to a round of golf, a
Chevy Chase comedy, or a good scotch; he was a devoted son and
father and a beloved member of his community, and he leaves
behind memories that will long be cherished by all who were
privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Robert Lyons; 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 Robert Lyons.
RodrÃguez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 21, 2017,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate