SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 494
In Memory
of
Austin McCloud
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Judge Austin McCloud, a revered judicial
leader who died November 30, 2018, at the age of 89; and
WHEREAS, Born March 17, 1929, in Edom, Texas, Austin
McCloud was a beloved citizen and a distinguished legal scholar
who left an indelible mark on the courts of Texas during a long
and celebrated career on the bench; and
WHEREAS, Austin McCloud earned a bachelor of business
administration degree from Texas Tech University in 1951; he went
on to serve with distinction as a member of the United States Air
Force during the Korean War, and he returned to his home state to
earn his juris doctorate degree from Baylor University; and
WHEREAS, He worked for several years as an attorney in
Houston and Colorado City, and he ascended to the bench in 1963,
when he was appointed district judge of the 32nd District Court
of Texas; he was elected chief justice of the 11th District Court
of Civil Appeals in November of 1970, and he retired on
December 31, 1994, after 24 years of meritorious service; and
WHEREAS, Described as a giant in the Texas Judiciary, Chief
Justice McCloud was a leader among his colleagues, and his
skillfully drafted opinions were considered to be among the likes
of those written by a number of famous judicial heavyweights; he
shared his keen knowledge of the law through continuous and
thoughtful mentorship, and his expertise was invaluable to the
many professional associations in which he served; and
WHEREAS, Judge McCloud shared a full and rewarding life
with his beloved wife, Mary Anne McCloud; they contributed
greatly to their community, and they gave generously of their
time to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and to Polo on the
Prairie; they were blessed with two daughters, six
grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Austin McCloud was a spirited and captivating
storyteller who was widely known for his sharp wit, his
infectious smile, and his warmth and kindness; he was a treasured
citizen of the Lone Star State, and his contributions to the
Texas Judiciary will continue to have a positive impact for years
to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Judge Austin McCloud; 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 Austin McCloud.
Perry
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 26, 2019, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate