SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 65
In Memory
of
Mickey Wayne Haisten
WHEREAS, Family and friends are mourning the loss of Mickey
Wayne Haisten of Alba, who passed away on May 27, 2017, at the age
of 58; and
WHEREAS, Born in Quitman on July 11, 1958, to Mac and
Dianne Haisten, Mickey Haisten grew up with the companionship of
his brother, Keith, and his sister, Kay; in 1978, he was joined in
matrimony to the former Betty Gail Pope, and the couple shared a
rewarding marriage that spanned nearly four decades; over the
years, his treasured family grew to include his two sons, Matt
and Justin, and his three grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, A longtime resident of the Alba area, Mr. Haisten
served with the Tyler Fire Department for 28 years before
retiring at the rank of captain; dedicated to his vocation, he
was a member of his department's pension board and held the
office of vice president of the Tyler Professional Firefighters
Association; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Haisten further benefited his fellow
residents through his work as a member of the city council and as
a firefighter for the City of Alba Volunteer Fire Department; he
also co-owned Haisten's Grocery, and he was a valued congregant
of the Grand Saline Church of Christ; and
WHEREAS, Devoted to his family, his faith, and his
community, Mickey Haisten lived a rich and purposeful life, and
although his journey on this earth ended far too soon, he leaves
behind a record of service that his loved ones can remember with
pride; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
of Mickey Wayne Haisten and extend heartfelt sympathy to his
relatives and many friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do
so in memory of Mickey Haisten.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 25, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate