SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 619
In Memory
of
Wes Woodard
WHEREAS, The tragic passing of Henry Wesley Woodard of
Meadow on May 1, 2023, at the age of 18, has brought an
unimaginable loss to the family and friends of this beloved young
man; and
WHEREAS, Born in Brownfield on July 10, 2004, to Jody and
Kathryn Woodard, Wes Woodard grew up with the companionship of a
younger brother, Kyle, with whom he shared a close bond; he moved
with his family to the Meadow area as a young child, and he was
set to graduate with the Class of 2023 at Meadow High School; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Woodard distinguished himself through his
involvement in a multitude of sports, activities, and hobbies; he
excelled at basketball, track, cross country, and football, and
he also found time to participate in FFA, stock shows, robotics,
and the National Honor Society as well as in UIL persuasive
speaking and one-act play competitions; after graduating, he
looked forward to attending Texas Tech University and becoming a
high school basketball coach; and
WHEREAS, Deeply committed to his faith, Mr. Woodard was
active in the congregations of both the Brownfield and South
Plains Churches of Christ; while in high school, he volunteered
his time as a counselor at the church-sponsored Camp Evergreen,
where he discovered a passion for mentoring children; he was
loved by many in his church family, and he endeared himself to
numerous friends at school and in his community; and
WHEREAS, Beloved for his sense of humor, his generosity,
and his optimism, Wes Woodard leaves behind countless people
whose lives are far richer for having known him, and he will
always 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 Henry Wesley
Woodard and extend profound sympathy to the members of his
family: to his parents, Jody and Kathryn Woodard; to his
brother, Kyle Woodard; to his grandparents, Henry McCulloch
Jr. and Judy Woodard; and to his many 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 Wes Woodard.
Perry
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 19, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate