SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 80

In Memory

of

Billy Hughes

WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever cherish their memories of Billy Lee Hughes of Golden, who passed away on April 30, 2023, at the age of 79; and

WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Golden, Billy Hughes was born to Ernest and Frances Hughes on July 16, 1943, and grew up with three brothers, Mike, Sam, and Bob, and two sisters, Francine and Anna; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hughes enjoyed a successful career as a brakeman and conductor and retired after 43 years of service to the Union Pacific Railroad; in his leisure hours, one of his favorite pastimes was growing watermelons; and

WHEREAS, On August 19, 1981, Mr. Hughes married Jo Ann Nahrstedt, and the couple shared a rewarding union that spanned 37 years until her passing; Mr. Hughes was the proud father of two children, Ernest and Jennifer, and he was further blessed with three grandchildren, Morgan, Reagan, and Jackson, and a great-grandson, Tate; and

WHEREAS, While his loss is difficult to bear, Billy Hughes leaves behind numerous loved ones whose lives are far richer for having known him, and he will always hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Billy Lee Hughes and extend sincere condolences to all 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 Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Billy Hughes.

Hughes

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on December 5, 2023, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate