SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 645
In Memory
of
Reginald Stanley Kay
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Reginald Stanley Kay, who died April 14,
2017, at the age of 62; and
WHEREAS, Stan Kay was born on October 25, 1954, in Bryan,
to Walter Kay Jr. and Dr. Wauline Pierce Gamble; he graduated
from La Vega High School in Waco, and he earned a degree from the
University of North Texas, where he was a member of Alpha Phi
Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated; he went on to serve his
fraternity as president of the Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter, and he
was an active member of the Alpha Merit Group; and
WHEREAS, He enjoyed a distinguished 35-year career in law
enforcement as a member of the Dallas Police Department, and he
earned the rank of lieutenant; he was also active in a wide range
of community organizations, such as the March of Dimes and the
American Red Cross; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, he was a longtime member of New Birth Baptist Church,
where he served on the usher board and as head of security; and
WHEREAS, He took great pride in having raised his
daughters, Rachel and Raquel, to become independent, successful
women; he cherished the trips they took together with friends,
and he was known for his outstanding tailgating parties during
Dallas Cowboys games; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gaveunselfishlytoothers,andhiswisdom,warmth,andvalued
counsel will not be forgotten by his family and countless
friends; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted father, grandfather, brother,
and friend, and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished
forever 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 Reginald Stanley Kay; 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 Stan Kay.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 20, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate