SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 736
In Memory
of
Aaron A. Ard
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their
memories of Aaron A. Ard of Waco, who passed away on May 3, 2019,
at the age of 84; and
WHEREAS, The son of Samuel Ard and Lessie Harrell Ard,
Aaron Ard was born in Florence, South Carolina, on December 11,
1934, and grew up with two sisters and a brother; he joined the
United States Air Force, and over the course of a military career
that spanned 22 years, he served his country during both the
Korean War and the Vietnam War; following his retirement, he
worked for Ram Aircraft for 18 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ard and his wife, Barbara, shared a rewarding
marriage that spanned nearly six decades; he was the devoted
father of three sons, David, who preceded him in death, Aaron,
and Donald; through the years, he welcomed into his treasured
family six grandchildren, Dennis, Matthew, Cody, Steven, Jacob,
and Erin; and
WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family, his faith, and
his country, Aaron Ard earned the lasting respect and admiration
of all who were privileged to know him, and he will forever hold
a special place in the hearts of his loved ones; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Aaron Ard 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 Aaron A. Ard.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 13, 2019, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate