SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 217
In Memory
of
Christopher Ray Vardy
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Christopher Ray Vardy, who died February
11, 2021, at the age of 49; and
WHEREAS, Chris Vardy was born on September 25, 1971, in
Lubbock; he earned a degree from Frenship High School before
going on to graduate from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's
degree in business; and
WHEREAS, While attending college, he met the love of his
life, Tamara Neff, and the couple married on June 18, 1994; they
were blessed with two sons, Brendan Earl Vardy and Christopher
Neff Vardy, who were a source of much pride and joy for him; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Vardy enjoyed a fulfilling professional
career at InterConnect Wiring, where he was the contract
administrator for the company's F-16 project; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, he was a longtime member of First United Methodist
Church of Fort Worth, where he was a dedicated volunteer for
several of the church's ministries; and
WHEREAS, A man of kindness and generosity, Chris had a warm
smile and an infectious laugh that could light up a room; he was a
devoted son, husband, and father, and he leaves behind memories
that will be treasured forever by all who were privileged to
share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Christopher Ray Vardy; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Chris Vardy.
Springer
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 31, 2021, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate