SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 521
In Memory
of
Robert W. Lee
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their
memories of Robert W. Lee of Tyler, who passed away on
July 19, 2018, at the age of 70; and
WHEREAS, The son of Robert and Kathleen Lee, Robert Lee was
born in Dallas on February 14, 1948, and he grew up with the
companionship of his sister, Sandra; he attended Baylor
University, where he earned both his bachelor's and juris doctor
degrees; after beginning his legal career as an assistant city
attorney, he went on to work in private practice until his
retirement; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lee enjoyed the love and support of his wife,
Vinni, and they shared a rewarding marriage that spanned 46
years; he took great pride in his children, Jason, Christa, Greg,
and Traci, and later in life, he had the pleasure of welcoming
into his family nine grandchildren, Lynsey, Lauren, Aidan,
Rebecca, Andrew, Annalise, Makayla, Kaydence, and Oscar; and
WHEREAS, An avid sports fan, Mr. Lee coached many young men
and women over the years, and he played golf and baseball
whenever he got the chance; moreover, he was a valued member of
Green Acres Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, Robert Lee lived a life that was rich in personal
and professional achievements, and he will forever be a source of
inspiration to those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Robert W. Lee
and extend sincere condolences to all 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 Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Robert Lee.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 1, 2019, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate