SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 27
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Brent Paul Marceaux
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
  citizens of Bay City in mourning the loss of Brent Paul Marceaux,
  who died May 6, 2021, at the age of 64; and
         WHEREAS, A native of Kaplan, Louisiana, Brent Marceaux was
  born on August 29, 1956; he became an esteemed public servant,
  and he led a fulfilling life that centered on his spiritual
  faith, his love of family, and his devotion to his community; and
         WHEREAS, Above all things, Brent cherished his family, and
  he and his beloved wife, Kim Howze Marceaux, raised their two
  children, Shawn Marceaux and Julie Marceaux Latson, by loving,
  generous example; a doting father, Brent eagerly attended his
  children's competitions and performances, and he took great joy
  in spoiling his four grandchildren, Fisher and Beatrice Marceaux
  and Wyatt and Hank Latson; and
         WHEREAS, Brent loved cooking for others and he was the
  successful owner of a popular catering business; he was famous
  for his trademark Cajun dishes, and he is said to have cooked for
  everyone in Bay City at least once as a volunteer at social
  gatherings and community fund-raisers and benefits; and
         WHEREAS, Brent also served the community in a number of
  civic leadership roles; he was a city councilman in Bay City, and
  he served on the boards of the Bay City Independent School
  District and the Holy Cross School; he was also a member of the
  Vestry of Saint Mark's Episcopal Church and a lifelong supporter
  of local sports organizations; and
         WHEREAS, A kind and gregarious gentleman, Brent Marceaux
  never met a stranger, and he always made sure his cherished
  friends and loved ones knew how much they meant to him; he was
  beloved by many, and he leaves behind memories that will long be
  treasured by all who were privileged to share in his life; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
  Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
  condolences to the bereaved family of Brent Paul Marceaux; and,
  be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
  Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
  memory of Brent Marceaux.
 
  Kolkhorst
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on July 29, 2021, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate