SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 398

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Joe Ferreri, who was recently honored for 70 years of membership in the American Legion by Earl Graham Post 159 in Bryan; and

WHEREAS, Joe Ferreri was born in rural Brazos County on October 20, 1919, and he served the nation with distinction as a mechanic and an electrician in the United States Navy during World War II; and

WHEREAS, After the war, he returned to Bryan and worked for a time in a furniture store before entering the hospitality industry as a hotelier and restaurateur; he operated such local landmarks as the Sugar N Spice Drive Inn and the Triangle Restaurant and Drive Inn; and

WHEREAS, Through the years, Mr. Ferreri has taken part in a wide range of activities at Earl Graham Post 159; his vitality at the age of 101 and his commitment to community service are an inspiration to all who know him; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commend Joe Ferreri on 70 years of loyal membership in the American Legion and extend to him sincere gratitude for his service to the nation; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 11, 2021.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate