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By: Anderson of Dallas H.R. No. 23
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The untimely death of W. Tucker Keene of Dallas on
June 9, 2017, at the age of 25, has brought a great loss to his
family and to his many friends and colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Born in Massachusetts on May 16, 1992, to Will and
Cindy Keene, Tucker Keene grew up with the companionship of a
brother, Spencer; he went on to attend Southern Methodist
University in Dallas, where he served as president of the SMU
College Republicans and managing editor of the Daily Campus
newspaper; after graduating with a degree in political science, he
joined the Dallas Young Republicans, and he subsequently took a job
as a field intern working for Governor Greg Abbott's 2014 campaign;
he soon earned promotion to field staff and proved himself a
valuable asset to the campaign and to the Dallas GOP Victory Center;
and
WHEREAS, After the election, Mr. Keene relocated to Austin to
work for Delisi Communications, a consulting firm; in early 2016,
he took on a new challenge when he was hired as communications
director for the Republican Party of New Mexico; he continued to
make a name for himself in this role, impressing those around him
with his energy and enthusiasm and his unwavering commitment to the
party's mission; and
WHEREAS, An articulate and accomplished young man, Mr. Keene
was also known for being quick with a joke, and he counted good
food, good company, and craft beer among his greatest pleasures; in
addition to his friends and family, he enjoyed the companionship of
his beloved puppy, Sadie, whom he had recently welcomed into his
home; and
WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Tucker Keene
will never forget his indomitable zest for life and his unwavering
drive to make a difference, and he will forever hold a special place
in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
of W. Tucker Keene and extend deepest condolences to all those who
mourn his passing; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Tucker
Keene.