88R30782 CJM-D
By: Dutton H.R. No. 2040
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and
meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and friends
of Clifton J. Cobb Jr. of Houston, who passed away on May 1, 2023, at
the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, Cliff Cobb was born in Harlingen to Jessie B. Martin
and Sir Clifton Cobb Sr. on July 17, 1944; as a child, he moved with
his mother to Taylor, where he grew up with his grandmother and
extended family; and
WHEREAS, A 1962 graduate of Price High School, Mr. Cobb
continued his education at Texas Southern University, earning a
degree in finance in 1966; after living in New York City for a time,
he returned to Texas and enjoyed a successful career with Tenneco
Oil Company that spanned 25 years; he also joined a human resources
independent contract company; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Cobb drew strength from
the rewarding marriage that he shared with his wife, Deanna
Perdue-Cobb; he was the father of five children, Darryl, Corey,
Cristi, Robin, and the late Ronald B. Cobb, and his family
eventually grew to include 10 grandchildren and 4
great-grandchildren; an aficionado of wine and cigars, Mr. Cobb
also enjoyed sports, fishing, and barbecuing; and
WHEREAS, While his loss is difficult to bear, Cliff Cobb
leaves behind numerous friends and loved ones whose lives are far
richer for having known him, and he will always hold a treasured
place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Clifton J. Cobb Jr.
and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn his passing; 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 Cliff Cobb.