SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 20
In Memory
of
Joseph LeGrande Northcutt
WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever treasure their
memories of Joseph LeGrande Northcutt of Longview, who died on
January 12, 2021, at the age of 83; and
WHEREAS, A fifth-generation resident of Longview, LeGrande
Northcutt was born to Josephine and William Northcutt Jr. on
March 19, 1937, and he grew up with a brother, W. D. Northcutt
III; he graduated from Longview High School in 1954 and
subsequently earned a bachelor's degree in business from Baylor
University; answering his nation's call to duty, he served in the
U.S. Air Force; and
WHEREAS, Following his military service, Mr. Northcutt
returned to Longview, where he enjoyed a successful career as an
independent insurance agent, with the slogan, "LeGrande, your
insurance man!"; a leader in his community, he was a board member
of Metropolitan Savings and Loan, Market Place Ministries, and
the Downtown Development Corporation, and for more than 50 years,
he belonged to the Longview Rotary Club, winning recognition as a
Paul Harris Fellow; he was also a lifelong member of First
Baptist Church, serving the congregation as a deacon, Sunday
school teacher, bus driver, and scoutmaster; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Northcutt shared a rewarding marriage with
his wife, Cassandra, that spanned over six decades, and he was
the proud father of two children, Gordon and Aurelia; later in
life, he was further blessed with four grandchildren, Conlan,
William, Adolynn, and Truett; he delighted in the time he spent
with his friends and loved ones "junin' around" at his farm in
Panola County or fishing for crappie on Caddo Lake, and he was a
stalwart supporter of the Baylor Bears football and basketball
teams; and
WHEREAS, A devoted family man, a respected professional,
and a true son of Longview, LeGrande Northcutt lived a rich and
purposeful life, and he leaves behind a legacy of kindness and
generosity that will continue to inspire all those who were
fortunate enough to know him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Joseph LeGrande
Northcutt 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 Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Joseph LeGrande Northcutt.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 9, 2021, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate