89R23574 HMR-D
By: Dutton H.R. No. 881
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memories of a life well lived may help to comfort the
family and friends of Jutson Benard Holton Jr., who passed away on
March 23, 2025, at the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, Jutson Holton Jr. was born on February 26, 1947, to
Ruby Farthing Holton and Jutson B. Holton Sr., who taught him to
take pride in his work and to stand firm in the face of adversity; he
grew up with the companionship of eight siblings, and his
involvement in the Boy Scouts further shaped his character as a
youth; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Houston, Mr. Holton previously lived
in Mississippi and in Louisiana, where he was employed at the Enjay
Baton Rouge Plastics Plant; his cherished family grew to include
children and grandchildren, and he made countless happy memories
with his loved ones over the years; and
WHEREAS, Although he is greatly missed, Jutson Holton was a
source of joy and inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to
know him, and they will forever hold 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 Jutson Benard
Holton Jr. and extend deepest sympathy to his family and friends
and to all those who mourn his passing; 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 Jutson
Holton.