87S21435 TBO-D By: Middleton H.R. No. 116 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Words cannot adequately convey the profound sense of loss felt by the family and friends of Vincent Michael Robins, who passed away on August 10, 2021, at the age of 17; and WHEREAS, The cherished son of Jackie and Scott Robins, Vinny Robins was born on December 24, 2003, in Greenville, South Carolina, alongside his twin brother, Eli; in 2012, he moved with his family to Mont Belvieu, Texas; he flourished at school, and he found great joy in running track, skateboarding, and fishing; and WHEREAS, Mr. Robins was adored by a large extended family, and he readily made friends, uplifting everyone around him with his radiant smile, determination, and forgiving spirit; always sharply dressed, he paid close attention to every detail of his attire; and WHEREAS, Although his time on this earth was far too brief, Vinny Robins was a source of inspiration to all who knew him, and his loved ones will never forget the strength and courage of this remarkable young man or the abundant joy that he brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Vincent Michael Robins and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Jackie and Scott Robins; to his grandparents, Don and Alice Roland; to his brothers and brothers-in-law, Aaron Johns, Andy Johns, Cohen Robins, Eli Robins, John Robins, Jacob Robins, DavidAllen Robins, Josh Sykes, and Michael Williams; to his sisters and sisters-in-law, Katie Sykes, BeBe Williams, Karlie Johns, Nikki Johns, Miranda Robins, Elizabeth Robins, and Leah Robins; to his nieces and nephews, Heidi Sykes, Kaley, Emilee, Skylynn, Raylynn, Peyton, and Madison Robins, Layla Williams, and Kinleigh, Hudson, Emory, Kaden, and Karter Johns; and to his many other 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 Vinny Robins.