H.R. No. 492
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Edwin Hunter
Harris III of Friendswood were deeply saddened by his death on
January 22, 2025, at the age of 55; and
WHEREAS, The son of Gailya Harris and Ed Harris Jr., Hunter
Harris was born in Houston on December 26, 1969, and he grew up with
the companionship of three siblings, Holly, Chad, and Rodney;
following in his father's footsteps, he went on to attend Texas A&M
University, where he developed a deep appreciation for Aggie
culture and traditions; and
WHEREAS, In May of 1992, Mr. Harris began working in sales
for his family's outdoor maintenance and industrial equipment
dealership, the Lansdowne-Moody Company; a decade later, he was
promoted to general manager, a role previously held by both his
father and grandfather; over the years, his passion for helping
others and his strong work ethic earned the respect and
appreciation of colleagues and customers alike; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Mr. Harris benefited from
the love and support of his wife, Kerry, and he was a devoted father
to his children, Garrett, Drew, Hallie, and Torrie; a man of deep
faith, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his values,
always acting with great kindness, integrity, and grace; in his
leisure hours, he enjoyed hunting with family and friends and
enjoying other outdoor activities; and
WHEREAS, Hunter Harris lived a rich and purposeful life
centered around his family and his faith, and he will long be
remembered with deep affection by all who knew him; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Edwin Hunter
Harris III and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of his
family: to his wife, Kerry Harris; to his children, Garrett, Drew,
Hallie, and Torrie; to his siblings, Holly, Chad, and Rodney; and to
his other relatives and many 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 Hunter
Harris.
Dyson
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 492 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 31, 2025.
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Chief Clerk of the House