89R21595 BK-D
By: Button H.R. No. 756
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever treasure their
memories of George L. Cullum III, who passed away on December 8,
2024, at the age of 68; and
WHEREAS, George Cullum was born on April 9, 1956, to
Janice S. Watson and George L. Cullum Jr., and he enjoyed the
companionship of two younger siblings, Jean Ann and Troy; he was
raised as a member of the Church of Christ, where he was baptized as
a teenager; and
WHEREAS, After high school, Mr. Cullum pursued a career in
the funeral industry and graduated from mortuary school at the top
of his class; he served as a funeral director for more than
25 years, during which time he offered comfort and support to
hundreds of grieving families; and
WHEREAS, This dynamic Texan was likewise well-respected for
his work as a certified firearms instructor and as a Dallas County
reserve sheriff's deputy; he was a skilled marksman, and he was
sought after by many for his knowledge of firearms and gun safety;
and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Cullum enjoyed the love
and support of his life partner of 24 years, Mary Beth Ashburn; the
couple shared a deep appreciation for country music and music
halls; Mr. Cullum was further blessed with two children, Kristin
and Clinton, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins and a
multitude of friends; and
WHEREAS, Admired for his good humor and cowboy charm, George
Cullum is deeply missed, and those who were privileged to know him
will forever carry him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of George L. Cullum III
and extend sincere sympathy to his family 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 George L.
Cullum III.