SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 91
In Memory
of
James V. Ryan
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of James V. Ryan, who died May 23, 2020, at
the age of 57; and
WHEREAS, James Ryan was an exemplary citizen who served as
an inspiration to countless people through his courage in the
face of adversity and his determination to live an independent
life; and
WHEREAS, He was born on June 14, 1962; he became the victim
of a brain stem stroke, which left him a quadriplegic with severe
disabilities; despite his physical limitations, he exhibited
strength and perseverance in his quest to live as independently
as possible; and
WHEREAS, With the help of the Texas Rehabilitation
Commission and the untiring support of his family, he was able to
make the transition from a group home in Austin to living in his
own home in New Braunfels; and
WHEREAS, He was a man of extraordinary mental fortitude and
dignity, and he was greatly admired and respected by all who were
privileged to share in his life; and
WHEREAS, He was beloved by many, and he leaves behind
memories that will be cherished forever by his family and
friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of James V. Ryan; 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 James Ryan.
Zaffirini, Campbell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 23, 2021,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate