SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 398
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Joe Ferreri, who was recently honored for 70 years of
membership in the American Legion by Earl Graham Post 159 in
Bryan; and
WHEREAS, Joe Ferreri was born in rural Brazos County on
October 20, 1919, and he served the nation with distinction as a
mechanic and an electrician in the United States Navy during
World War II; and
WHEREAS, After the war, he returned to Bryan and worked for
a time in a furniture store before entering the hospitality
industry as a hotelier and restaurateur; he operated such local
landmarks as the Sugar N Spice Drive Inn and the Triangle
Restaurant and Drive Inn; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, Mr. Ferreri has taken part in a
wide range of activities at Earl Graham Post 159; his vitality at
the age of 101 and his commitment to community service are an
inspiration to all who know him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend Joe Ferreri on 70 years of loyal
membership in the American Legion and extend to him sincere
gratitude for his service to the nation; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Schwertner
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 11, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate