SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 470
In Memory
of
Thomas Moore
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Thomas Harmon Moore, who died on January
3, 2022, at the age of 84; and
WHEREAS, Thomas Harmon Moore was born in Lufkin on November
19, 1937, to Tom and Margaret Moore; he graduated from Lufkin
High School and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from
Southern Methodist University in 1961; and
WHEREAS, Fascinated by the science of civil engineering
and especially by the design and construction of roads and
highways, Thomas joined his uncle Lloyd Moore in the operation of
the family business, Moore Brothers Construction Company; over
the years, Thomas proved himself a keenly intelligent and
talented businessman, rising through the ranks of the company and
eventually becoming its president; he was also named chairman of
the board of East Texas Asphalt and Contractor's Supplies and
served as state president of Associated General Contractors of
Texas; and
WHEREAS, An active leader in the Lufkin community, Thomas
directed numerous organizations, including the local United Way,
the Angelina Chamber of Commerce, the boards of the Museum of
East Texas, Hospice in the Pines, the local Salvation Army, and
the Winnie Berry Humane Society; and
WHEREAS, Thomas was admired for his spirit of boundless
generosity, and he dedicated his time and energy to serving the
greater good; he was a member of First Christian Church, where he
served as the youth group sponsor and was an elder and chairman of
the general board; and he also served as chairman of the board of
Juliette Fowler Communities, a faith-based nonprofit
organization that offers care for both elderly and young people;
and
WHEREAS, Thomas was a loving husband to Nancy, his wife of
61 years, and he was a devoted father to his son, Harmon Drew
Moore; his wisdom, strength, and compassion made a positive
difference in the lives of those around him, and he leaves behind
memories that will long be cherished 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 Thomas Harmon Moore; 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 Thomas Moore.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 25, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate