2023S0123-1 02/13/23
By: LaMantia S.R. No. 164
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Terence James Fitzwater, who died on
January 31, 2023, at the age of 65; and
WHEREAS, Terry Fitzwater was born on July 3, 1957, in
Phoenix, Arizona; he attended Central Michigan University and
Rutgers University School of Law before beginning a long and
fulfilling career in journalism; and
WHEREAS, A highly accomplished writer, editor, and
publisher, Terry worked in the newspaper business for four
decades; he won numerous awards and served on many state and
local press associations in Michigan, New Mexico, and Texas; as
the publisher of the Kingsville Record in Kingsville, Texas,
Terry was an advocate for free speech and highlighted stories of
those who serve the public, especially stories about World War II
and Vietnam War veterans; and
WHEREAS, Terry was an avid traveler, history buff, and
University of Michigan football fan; he delighted in auto racing;
in attending concerts, watching movies, playing games and
exploring the great outdoors; a man of deep faith and devotion to
service, he attended Saint Gertrude the Great Catholic Church in
Kingsville and was an active member of the Elks and Rotary
International organizations; above all, Terry cherished his
family and time spent with his four children and six
grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, A respected leader in his field and a trusted
friend to many, Terence Fitzwater was a highly esteemed citizen
who was a source of inspiration to those who knew him through his
fierce dedication to his values and his enthusiasm for enjoying
and living each day to the fullest; his memory will long be
cherished with respect and admiration by his loved ones and by
all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Terence James Fitzwater; 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 Terence J. Fitzwater.