87R18040 KSM-D
By: Schaefer H.R. No. 527
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Sam L. Womack of Tyler
were deeply saddened by his death on March 4, 2020, at the age of 89;
and
WHEREAS, Sam Womack was born on September 13, 1930, to
Hildred and Minnie James Womack, and he grew up with the
companionship of his two siblings, Loraine and David; he graduated
from New London High School and went on to study at Tyler Junior
College; answering his nation's call to duty, he served in the U.S.
Army as a sergeant first class during the Korean War, and he
continued his service as a member of the Army Reserve until he was
honorably discharged in 1956; and
WHEREAS, Upon returning to civilian life, Mr. Womack was an
oil field worker for several years before becoming a game warden for
the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, where he enjoyed a
rewarding career that spanned more than three decades; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Womack benefited from the
love and support of his wife, Annelle, with whom he shared a
fulfilling union of 66 years; he took great pride in his son, Jason,
and with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family
grow to include two grandchildren, Bethany and Nicole, and two
great-grandchildren, Allie Nicole and Tommy John; and
WHEREAS, A proud veteran, a devoted father, and a loving
husband, Sam Womack lived a life that was rich in the intangibles
that matter most, and he will forever hold a treasured place in the
hearts of all those who held him dear; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Sam L. Womack and
extend sincere condolences to his loved ones; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Sam Womack.