H.R. No. 98
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
passing of Kenneth Lester Davis on February 23, 2020, at the age of
62; and
WHEREAS, The son of John and Lyla Davis, Kenny Davis was born
in Ulysses, Kansas, on January 21, 1958; in high school, he was a
National Merit Scholar and a standout football player, earning the
Hobbs Fighting Eagle award; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Davis went on to receive an engineering degree
from Texas Tech University in 1981, and he subsequently embarked on
a successful career as a civil engineer and developer; in his
leisure time, he found pleasure in duck hunting and fishing, and he
earned a reputation for his ability to fix anything; a Bible scholar
and a man of strong faith, he served as an elder at Trinity Bible
Church in Willow Park; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Davis enjoyed the love and
support of his wife, Janie, and the couple shared a rewarding
marriage that spanned more than three and a half decades; he
cherished their daughter, Abby, and he welcomed into the family a
beloved son-in-law, Clint Foster; and
WHEREAS, Admired for his wisdom, his generosity, and his
selfless nature, Kenny Davis brightened the world for all who knew
him, and they will forever hold him close in their hearts; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Kenneth Lester Davis
and extend heartfelt sympathy to his relatives and friends; 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 Kenny
Davis.
King of Parker
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 98 was unanimously adopted by a rising
vote of the House on March 10, 2021.
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Chief Clerk of the House