SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 279
In Memory
of
Richard Kenneth Coleman
WHEREAS, The Boerne community lost a valued member and a
loving friend on January 15, 2019, with the passing of Richard
Kenneth Coleman; and
WHEREAS, Rick Coleman was born in Detroit and grew up in
Edina, Minnesota; he earned a bachelor's degree in civil
engineering and a master's degree in structural engineering from
the University of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, Rick had a 37-year career at Exxon, which took him
to locations all over the world, including London and Moscow; he
enjoyed working at Exxon and was known for his many achievements
in engineering, but he much preferred spending time with his
family and friends; and
WHEREAS, He met the love of his life, Maggy Higgins, on a
blind date, and they were engaged two months later and married the
same year; when Rick and Maggy retired, they took up residence in
the Texas Hill Country not far from where they were wed; and
WHEREAS, Rick relished golf, lived for good-weather days
to cruise in his convertible, and delighted in a good margarita
with friends; he also loved to travel, especially with his
ever-growing family; and
WHEREAS, His sense of humor, kindness, energy, and
graciousness enriched the lives of those fortunate enough to know
and work with him; and
WHEREAS, He will long be remembered with great affection by
his devoted wife, Maggy, and by their two children, Matt and Kelly,
and their two treasured grandchildren; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Richard Kenneth Coleman; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his family and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Rick Coleman.
Campbell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 27, 2019,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate