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1		-	S.C.R. No. 52
	1	+	By: Gutierrez S.C.R. No. 52
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4	4		SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
5	5		WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to
6	6		a close with the passing of U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.)
7	7		James D. Kniker of San Antonio on December 24, 2022, at the age of
8	8		85; and
9	9		WHEREAS, A native of Seguin, Jim Kniker was born on December
10	10		2, 1937, to Theodore Kniker and Alice Steger, and he grew up with
11	11		three brothers, Ted, Charles, and Kenn; he was president of his
12	12		graduating class at Seguin High School, and he continued his
13	13		education at The University of Texas at Austin, where he received a
14	14		math degree and worked with the Texas Longhorns under the
15	15		leadership of Coach Darrell Royal; and
16	16		WHEREAS, Mr. Kniker served for 23 years in the U.S. Air Force
17	17		as an aerial navigator; he was an electronic warfare officer on
18	18		Vietnam tours and on Operation Arc Light bombing missions; his
19	19		medals included the Distinguished Flying Cross for the exceptional
20	20		skill he demonstrated during a flight on the wave lead aircraft; on
21	21		a mission programmed against a high priority target belonging to a
22	22		hostile government, his knowledge and use of electronic
23	23		counter-measures aided in successfully defending the aircraft and
24	24		wave against hostile weapons systems and assured the completion of
25	25		the mission by all aircraft; and
26	26		WHEREAS, Following the Vietnam War, Mr. Kniker obtained a
27	27		master's degree in computer science from Oklahoma State University;
28	28		he later served in NATO Allied Forces Central Europe warfare
29	29		development, and he became a multinational military educator,
30	30		helping to enhance war-fighting readiness; moreover, he taught at
31	31		the Air War College and played a vital role in the integration of
32	32		computers in professional military education; he retired from the
33	33		air force at the rank of lieutenant colonel, and he subsequently
34	34		worked for a defense contractor in the private sector; and
35	35		WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Kniker enjoyed the love
36	36		and support of his wife, Christine, and he took great pride in his
37	37		children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; he was known for
38	38		his wonderful sense of humor, and he touched the lives of those
39	39		around him with his gentle and caring spirit; and
40	40		WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family and his country, Jim
41	41		Kniker earned the lasting respect and admiration of all who were
42	42		privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it
43	43		RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas
44	44		hereby pay tribute to the life of U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel
45	45		(Ret.) James D. Kniker and extend heartfelt condolences to the
46	46		members of his family: to his wife, Christine Richman; to his
47	47		children, Alison, Chris and his wife, Catherine, Kimberly, Kathy,
48	48		Nanette, and Tommy; to his grandchildren, Desiree and her husband,
49	49		Derek, Caitlin, Hannah, Brian, and Rebecca; to his
50	50		great-grandchildren, Foster and Hattie; and to all others who mourn
51	51		his passing; and, be it further
52	52		RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
53	53		prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
54	54		Representatives and Senate adjourn this day, they do so in memory of
55	55		Jim Kniker.
56		-	______________________________ ______________________________
57		-	President of the Senate Speaker of the House
58		-	______________________________ ______________________________
59		-	President of the Senate Speaker of the House
60		-	I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 52 was adopted by the Senate
61		-	on May 16, 2023, by a rising vote.
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63		-	Secretary of the Senate
64		-	I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 52 was adopted by the House
65		-	on May 25, 2023, by a rising vote.
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67		-	Chief Clerk of the House
68		-	Approved:
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70		-	Date
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72		-	Governor