H.R. No. 40
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Larry Nikiel is retiring from St. Bernadette
Catholic Church in 2023, and this occasion provides a fitting
opportunity to reflect on his decades of exemplary service to the
congregation; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Nikiel first joined St. Bernadette Catholic
Church in 1978 as a founding member, and over the years, he has
volunteered as an usher and a lector; in June 2000, he became the
parish's maintenance supervisor, and he has made vital
contributions in this role, including overseeing the
groundskeeping, preparing facilities for severe weather, and
managing such projects as the installation of the baptismal
fountain, construction of the Parish Life Center, and renovation of
the preschool; in addition, he has reliably been on call to address
emergencies after hours and on his days off; he has also given of
his time and talents as a member of the church's Knights of Columbus
Council; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Nikiel has enjoyed the
love and support of his wife, Betty, as well as that of their four
daughters, Amy, Kristin, Beth, and Ann; and
WHEREAS, Larry Nikiel's dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to excellence have greatly benefited the congregants of
St. Bernadette Catholic Church, and he may indeed reflect with
pride on his outstanding record of achievement as he embarks on the
next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate Larry Nikiel
on his retirement from St. Bernadette Catholic Church and extend to
him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Nikiel as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Paul
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 40 was adopted by the House on
November 17, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House