SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 21
In Memory
of
Herbert G. Johnson Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas in mourning the loss of
Principal Chief Herbert G. Johnson Sr., who died August 9, 2021,
at the age of 79; and
WHEREAS, A member of the Beaver Clan, this beloved tribe
leader served his people in numerous capacities throughout his
life; he was a patient mentor and youth advocate, and he inspired
others to joyfully uphold long-held tribal traditions and
values; and
WHEREAS, Herbert Johnson was born on April 3, 1942, on
the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Indian Reservation near
Livingston; he attended Jacksonville College, where he earned
all-American status for his record-setting 1963 basketball
season; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Johnson was twice elected to the Tribe
Council, and he served as director of tribal security for 21
years; he was elected second chief of the tribe in 2013, and he
stepped in as principal chief, the tribe's Mikko Choba Skalaaba,
in 2020; the esteemed community leader also served as an elder at
the Indian Presbyterian Church, and he was a member of the Big
Sandy Independent School District School Board for 48 years; and
WHEREAS, Herbert Johnson guided the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe
of Texas with strength, wisdom, and compassion, and he leaves
behind a legacy of service and leadership that will inspire tribe
members for generations to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Herbert G. Johnson Sr.;
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 Mr. Herbert Johnson.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on August 16, 2021, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate