SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 354
In Memory
of
Crystal Goforth
WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever cherish their
memories of Crystal Jeanette Goforth of Levelland, who
tragically passed away on October 13, 2022, at the age of 38; and
WHEREAS, The former Crystal Garrett was born in Little
Rock, Arkansas, on December 23, 1983, to Audrey and Bobby
Garrett; she grew up with a brother, Stephen, and two sisters,
Tasha and Rebecca; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Goforth embarked on a rewarding career as an
animal control officer with the Levelland Police Department; she
ultimately was promoted to the position of senior animal control
officer, and over the course of her tenure, she distinguished
herself in her responsibilities of investigating animal cruelty
and neglect, saving animals, helping to find them homes, and
addressing a range of other animal-related concerns; moreover,
she was actively engaged in providing community support and
outreach, and she earned a reputation for always going above and
beyond in her duties; she and her partner, Jon Corder, were
responding to a call on October 13, 2022, when their work truck
was struck by another vehicle; Mrs. Goforth and Mr. Corder died
from the injuries they sustained in the collision, and their
dedicated service has continued to inspire an outpouring of
prayers and sympathy from the community; and
WHEREAS, Above all, Mrs. Goforth was devoted to her husband
of 17 years, Joshua Goforth, and their son, Noah; a woman of many
interests, she enjoyed boating, fishing, swimming, gardening,
reading, and playing cards and board games with her family; and
WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Crystal
Goforth will remember the way she touched their lives with her
love of animals and her compassionate and joyful nature, and she
will always hold a treasured place in their hearts; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Crystal Jeanette
Goforth and extend deepest condolences to the members of her
family: to her husband, Joshua Goforth; to her son, Noah
Goforth; to her parents, Audrey and Bobby Garrett; to her
siblings, Stephen Garrett, Tasha Ivie, and Rebecca Taylor; to her
father-in-law, David Goforth; to her mother-in-law, Michelle
Goforth; to her brother-in-law, Lucas Goforth; and to her many
other relatives and friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Crystal Goforth.
Perry
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 2, 2025, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate