SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 775
In Memory
of
Dennis F. Wright
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the
passing of Dennis F. Wright of Hawkins and Trophy Club on April
30, 2018, at the age of 70; and
WHEREAS, Dennis Wright was born in Kingsville to Zena and
J. T. Wright on October 31, 1947, and raised in Hawkins along
with his two younger brothers, Mark and Scott; he was a standout
athlete in high school, and he went on to receive his
undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin State University;
for a time, he worked as a coach and teacher in Anton and as a
coach in Seymour; he then returned to Hawkins to join the family
business, Big Sandy Sand Company, which was founded by his father
and grandfather, G. C. "Doc" Wright, in 1948; and
WHEREAS, Dedicated to both his business and his community,
Mr. Wright served as a member of the Hawkins Independent School
District school board, as a director for the First State Bank of
Hawkins and the Wood County Electric Cooperative, and in various
other civic and charitable roles; an accomplished yet humble man,
he always focused his attention on helping those in need, and he
spoke highly of the achievements of individuals he worked with or
mentored; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wright and his first wife, Rhonda Tullis,
became the parents of four children, John, Lee Ann, Joshua, and
Lauren; he later remarried and went on to enjoy a rewarding
18-year union with Lori Wright; his family grew to include three
stepchildren,Drew,Corey,andCourtney,aswellasfive
grandchildren, Taytum, Tyson, Tess, Hailey, and Aubrey, and five
step-grandchildren, Dee, Miranda, Kalynne, Kolbie, and Jordan;
Mr. Wright spent much of his time traveling around the world with
his wife and visiting his children, and he was also fond of
golfing, cheering on the Texas Rangers, and entertaining guests
at his homes and lake cabin; and
WHEREAS, Although Dennis Wright is deeply missed, his
loved ones may find comfort in remembering the warmth, kindness,
and integrity with which he lived his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Dennis F. Wright
and extend sincere sympathy to all those 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 Dennis Wright.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 20, 2019, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate