SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 80
In Memory
of
Roger Lee Jones
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Dallas in mourning the loss of Roger Lee Jones, who
died January 23, 2017, at the age of 68; and
WHEREAS, Roger Jones was born on August 15, 1948, and he
was raised in the Joppa community of Dallas; he received his
early education in Dallas County schools, and he graduated from
John F. Kennedy High School; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jones earned a bachelor of arts degree in
history and a master of arts degree in urban affairs from The
University of Texas at Arlington; he worked in urban development
for the Cities of Fort Worth and Arlington and for Neighborhood
Housing Services of Dallas, and he served as a consultant across
the country when he began working with the Developmental Training
Institute in Baltimore, Maryland; and
WHEREAS, In 2004, Mr. Jones brought his wealth of knowledge
to the Texas Legislature as a legislative aide for Senator Royce
West; during his two years of service, he provided invaluable
advice in such areas as economic development and business and
commerce, and he created the review procedure for Housing Tax
Credit applications; and
WHEREAS, Roger Jones was a loving father who was widely
respected for his service on behalf of communities in Texas and
throughout the nation; he was beloved by many, 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 Roger Lee Jones; 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 Roger Jones.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 31, 2017, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate