SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 519
In Memory
of
Joe H. Robbins
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownwood in mourning the loss of Joe H. Robbins, who
died March 8, 2017, at the age of 84; and
WHEREAS, Joe Robbins was born on August 19, 1932, in Brown
County; he was a beloved member of his community who touched the
lives of those who knew him with his wisdom, his warmth, and his
dedicated service to others; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Robbins served with distinction in the United
States Navy during the Korean War; he later joined the Brownwood
Police Department, where he worked diligently on behalf of
citizens for 41 years; during his exemplary career, he held every
position on the police force, and he was honored to have served as
the Brownwood chief of police for six years; and
WHEREAS, A man of deep spiritual devotion, Mr. Robbins was
a longtime member and deacon of Coggin Avenue Baptist Church; he
was an avid fan of the Brownwood Lions, and he had served as a
member and former president of the Brownwood Independent School
District Board of Trustees; and
WHEREAS, Above all things, Mr. Robbins cherished his
family; he shared 61 years of marriage with Clara Robbins, and he
found immense joy spending time with his children and
grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Joe Robbins was respected and admired throughout
the 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 Joe Robbins; 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 Joe H. Robbins.
Buckingham
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 29, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate