SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 409
In Memory
of
Weston Gray Frost
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and
meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and
friends of Weston Gray Frost, who passed away on February 22,
2017, at the age of 55; and
WHEREAS, A native Texan, Gray Frost was born in El Paso on
June 19, 1961, to Retha Jean Wilcoxson and Young Jack Frost, and
he graduated from Deming High School in 1979; he subsequently
served for four years in the United States Air Force, where he
earned the rank of staff sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Frost enjoyed a notable 30-year career at
Siemens Energy in Orlando, Florida, and during that time he was
granted a United States patent for an invention that facilitated
more efficient power generation; and
WHEREAS, In his leisure time, this avid outdoorsman
enjoyed hiking, wind sailing, and cross-country and mountain
motorcycling; dedicated to his faith, he was a valued member of
First Redeemer Church, and he gave back to his community by
volunteering with a foundation building computers for the
underprivileged; and
WHEREAS, Although he will be deeply missed, Gray Frost's
kindness, optimism, and strength of character will continue to
inspire all those who were privileged to share in the richness of
his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Weston Gray
Frost and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of his family:
to his mother, Retha Wilcoxson; to his siblings, Jacque
Frost-Marvit, Crystal Frost-Pedregon and her husband, Eddie,
Carrie Wilcoxson, and Glen Wilcoxson; and to his many other
relatives and friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do
so in memory of Gray Frost.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 13, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate