2023S0016-1 01/11/23
By: Kolkhorst S.R. No. 88
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Matthew Alan Guidry, who died on
November 21, 2022, at the age of 57; and
WHEREAS, Matthew Alan Guidry was born on September 16,
1965, in Beaumont to J. Paul Guidry and Judy Angenend Guidry; he
attended Cy Fair High School and went on to earn a degree from
Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos; and
WHEREAS, Matt's friendliness and good nature endeared him
to the members of his community, and he resided in the Houston and
Austin areas for many years; he was an avid music fan and a
talented vocalist, and he was known for his love of rock and roll
and soul music and his extensive knowledge of the genres; a
natural entertainer, Matt made friends wherever life took him,
and he touched the lives of countless people through the warmth
and positivity he shared with everyone around him; and
WHEREAS, Matt was a fighter who weathered the storms of
life with perseverance and conviction; he was a devout Catholic
who was guided by his faith in his daily life, and he was an
active congregant of his church; and
WHEREAS, Matt was a devoted father to his children, Anna
Gabriella and Matthew Christopher, and a treasured member of his
community; though his presence no longer warms the hearts of
those who loved him on earth, he leaves behind memories that will
be forever cherished by his family and friends and by all who were
blessed 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 Matthew Alan Guidry; 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.