SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 909
In Memory
of
Jake Frederick
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of United States Marine Corps Captain Jake
Frederick, who died in the line of duty on December 8, 2016, at
the age of 32; and
WHEREAS, Jake "Red Stripe" Frederick was an exemplary
citizen and a devoted Marine whose courage, deep faith, and
dedication to duty were an inspiration to all those who had the
privilege of sharing in his life; and
WHEREAS, Captain Frederick was commissioned as an officer
in the Marine Corps after earning a degree in petroleum
engineering at The University of Texas at Austin; he served with
distinction for eight years and was deployed with Marine Fighter
Attack Squadron 115 when he gave his last full measure of
devotion in service to the country he loved; and
WHEREAS, Jake Frederick was a devout Christian who
practiced his faith in his daily life, and he was a fine example
of honor and integrity for those with whom he served; and
WHEREAS, He and his beloved wife, Kiley Frederick, were
blessed with a son, Colt, and were expecting a daughter, Mayley; and
WHEREAS, Jake Frederick was a devoted son, brother, husband,
and father, and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished
forever by his family and many 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 Captain Jake Frederick; 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 Jake Frederick.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 26, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate