88R32691 CJM-D
By: Kacal H.R. No. 2327
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
passing of Jerry L. Hickman on August 28, 2022, at the age of 79; and
WHEREAS, The son of Charles and Margaret "Scottie" Hickman,
Jerry Hickman was born on October 7, 1942, in Dallas and grew up
sharing in the companionship of three siblings, Becky, Charles, and
Mikey; he graduated from Roswell High School in 1961 and went on to
earn a bachelor's degree in sociology from Midwestern State
University, where he was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa; a veteran of
the U.S. Navy, he was stationed on the USS Bonhomme Richard aircraft
carrier; and
WHEREAS, After earning a master's degree in sociology from
Texas Tech University, Mr. Hickman started his career at the Texas
Rehabilitation Commission as a counselor, and he went on to become a
regional director, a position he held until retirement; he received
recognition as an outstanding manager of the local TRC office; he
also participated in numerous YMCA programs and helped
underprivileged children and children with disabilities through
the YMCA Office of Economic Opportunity; in his leisure time, he
enjoyed running, hiking, and playing racquetball and golf; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hickman took great pride in his daughter,
Shanna, and with the passing years, he had the privilege of seeing
his family grow to include a beloved granddaughter, Emma; and
WHEREAS, Known for his loyalty, his honesty, and his
dedication to helping others, Jerry Hickman touched countless lives
during his journey on this earth, and he will forever be remembered
with admiration and affection; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jerry L. Hickman and
extend heartfelt sympathy 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 Jerry
Hickman.