SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 377
In Memory
of
J. Fred Perry
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownwood in mourning the loss of J. Fred Perry, who
died December 27, 2016, at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, J. Fred Perry was an exemplary civic leader and
businessman who played a vital role in the growth and prosperity
of his community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Perry grew up on a farm near Bangs and was a
graduate of Bangs High School; he earned a degree from Daniel
Baker College and served the nation with distinction in the
United States Air Force; and
WHEREAS, He was a cofounder of PF&E Oil Company, which
began as a small wholesaler and retailer of petroleum products
and grew to become one of the area's leading companies and to
operate the successful Food Plaza convenience stores; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Perry was active in a range of civic
organizations and received numerous awards for his contributions
to the community; a socially private, yet devout Christian who
practiced his faith in his daily life, he was a member of Austin
Avenue Church of Christ; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten by his family and countless
friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of J. Fred Perry; 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 J. Fred Perry.
Buckingham
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 6, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate