SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 416
In Memory
of
Jon Jasper
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with
the passing of Jon Edward Jasper of Troup on March 31, 2023, at
the age of 75; and
WHEREAS, The son of Hubert and Opal Jasper, Jon Jasper was
born in Decatur, Indiana, on August 17, 1947, and he grew up in
Kentucky with the companionship of two siblings, Richard and Mary
Carolyn; he graduated from Clark County High School and went on
to attend the University of Kentucky, where he earned a degree in
chemical engineering; and
WHEREAS, After graduating from college, Mr. Jasper moved
to Texas and subsequently embarked on a lengthy career in the oil
and gas industry; in 1992, he started his own company,
Engineering, Procurement & Construction, Inc., which is now
known as Jasper Ventures, Inc.; over the course of his 31-year
tenure leading the company, he earned the respect of his
employees and distinguished himself through his kindness,
generosity, and exemplary work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jasper and his wife, Susan, shared a rewarding
relationship that spanned 53 years; he was a devoted father to his
three children, Carrie-Ann, Jane, and Brent, and with the passing
years, he had the pleasure of watching his family grow to include
numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a man of strong
faith, he was a longtime member of Green Acres Baptist Church and
was active in a range of evangelism and discipleship initiatives;
in his leisure hours, he enjoyed spending time with his family at
the lake, cheering on the Kentucky Wildcats, and having breakfast
on Saturday mornings with the Corvettes of Tyler club; furthermore,
he supported various nonprofits and provided loving homes for
numerous stray and foster dogs over the years; and
WHEREAS, Although Jon Jasper will be deeply missed, he has
left his family and friends with a wealth of memories that they
will forever cherish; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Jon Edward
Jasper and extend sincere condolences to his loved ones; 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 Jon Jasper.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 13, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate