SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 310
In Memory
of
Richard Carter
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the
passing of Richard Wade Carter of Sherman on December 5, 2022, at
the age of 90; and
WHEREAS, Richard Carter was born in Dallas on December 15,
1931, to Roscoe and Beatrice Carter; he grew up in Oak Cliff and
graduated from Dallas High School; answering his nation's call to
duty, he joined the U.S. Army in 1956 and was stationed in Korea
and Japan; following his military career, he returned home to
help take care of his family; and
WHEREAS, On November 21, 1972, Mr. Carter married the
former Malinda Ann Stewman; the couple shared a rewarding union
that spanned half a century, and through the years, they
especially enjoyed traveling together and trying different
restaurants; he took great pride in his daughter, Melanie, his
stepson, Jack, and his four grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren; known for his ability to fix anything, he
liked to work with his hands, and he was also an avid photographer
and angler; a proud Republican and a man of faith, he attended
Cliff Temple Baptist Church in Oak Cliff for many years; and
WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Richard
Carter will remember the way he touched their lives with his
kindness and compassion, and he will forever hold a treasured
place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Richard Wade
Carter and extend sincere condolences to the members of his
family: to his wife, Malinda Ann Carter; to his daughter,
Melanie Grammar, and her husband, Don; to his stepson, Jack
Hopper, and his wife, Merry; to his grandchildren, Courtney
Hopper, Tifany Jeakins and her husband, Travis, Brian Grammar,
and Mark Torres and his wife, Courtney; to his
great-grandchildren, Paisley Haige, Stella Jeakins, Beck
Jeakins, Zachary Grammar, and Bear Grammar; 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 Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Richard Carter.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 15, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate