89R16404 CW-D By: Meyer H.R. No. 423 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Family and friends suffered an immeasurable loss with the passing of Keaton Brooks of Dallas on February 15, 2025, at the age of 16; and WHEREAS, The cherished son of Jeff and Alaina Brooks, Keaton Brooks was born on February 27, 2008, and he grew up with the companionship of his sister, Farren; he fiercely loved his family, and his circle of support also included his girlfriend, Maci; moreover, he pursued his passions for music, movies, food, and history, and he adored his dogs, Spider, Bingo, and Crockett; and WHEREAS, Mr. Brooks was a student at Highland Park High School; he cultivated lasting friendships, and he endeared himself to his classmates and teachers with his sharp wit, clever sense of humor, and beautiful smile; demonstrating great resilience, he overcame a number of challenges and had secured his first job; and WHEREAS, Although his time on this earth was far too brief, Keaton Brooks touched the lives of everyone around him in ways beyond measure, and he will forever hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Keaton Brooks and extend profound condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Jeff and Alaina Brooks; to his sister, Farren; to his grandparents, Jayne Harrington and Byron and Rose Brooks; to his uncles, Chris and Jason; to his aunts, April and Tonya; and to his 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Keaton Brooks.