H.R. No. 230
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever cherish their
memories of George Stidworthy Fox Jr. of Killeen, who passed away on
July 28, 2022, at the age of 69; and
WHEREAS, The son of George Stidworthy and Jean May Fox,
George Fox was born in Alexandria, Virginia, on December 11, 1952,
and he grew up with the companionship of his brother, William; he
attended Forrest Avenue High School and later went on to graduate
from North Texas State Teachers College, which is now known as the
University of North Texas, with a degree in business; in 1970, he
joined the U.S. Army and faithfully served his country for more than
21 years; a veteran of the Gulf War, he retired in 1991 as a chief
warrant officer 3; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his career in the military, Mr. Fox
was a state-certified animal cruelty investigator, working with
local, county, and state officials to ensure the humane treatment
of animals; as a staunch advocate for animal rights, he enforced
animal-friendly laws, educated the public on animal rights issues,
and supported strong adoption efforts; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Fox enjoyed the love and support of his wife,
Susan, with whom he shared a rewarding marriage that spanned more
than five decades; he took great pride in their son, Eric, and with
the passing years, he had the privilege of seeing his family grow to
include his grandson, Cole; and
WHEREAS, A devoted family man and a proud veteran, George
Fox Jr. left behind a legacy that will long be treasured by all who
held him dear; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of George Stidworthy Fox
Jr. and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his
wife, Susan K. Fox; to his son, Eric Fox; to his daughter-in-law,
Sara Fox; to his grandson, Cole Fox; to his brother, William Fox;
and to his 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 George Fox.
Buckley
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 230 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 8, 2023.
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Chief Clerk of the House