H.R. No. 599 R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The death of Officer Brent David Wisdom of the Fort 1-2 Worth Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty on 1-3 September 2, 1992, is a tragic loss to his family, his fellow peace 1-4 officers, and the entire community; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the courageous men 1-6 and women in the law enforcement profession who by their selfless 1-7 dedication to the public welfare help provide peace and order in 1-8 society; seldom recognized and often taken for granted by the 1-9 public they so faithfully serve, these gallant individuals risk 1-10 their lives daily to ensure domestic tranquility and to protect the 1-11 lives and property of others; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Throughout his 11 months on the force, Officer 1-13 Wisdom maintained an outstanding record of meritorious service, 1-14 steadfast loyalty, and exceptional bravery, exemplifying the 1-15 highest ideals of the law enforcement profession; and 1-16 WHEREAS, Respected and admired by his colleagues and his many 1-17 friends in the community, Officer Wisdom's unwavering dedication to 1-18 duty was a tangible reflection of his belief that a firm, fair law 1-19 enforcement system could make a difference in people's lives; and 1-20 WHEREAS, A man of great courage, integrity, and commitment, 1-21 Officer Wisdom leaves behind a legacy of heroism and 1-22 self-sacrifice, and his memory will continue to serve as a source 1-23 of inspiration to those who follow in this difficult yet essential 1-24 occupation; now, therefore, be it 2-1 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas 2-2 Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Officer Brent David 2-3 Wisdom of the Fort Worth Police Department and extend deepest 2-4 sympathy to his parents, Gaylen and Joyce, to his brother, Kirk, 2-5 and to the other members of his family; and, be it further 2-6 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-7 prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas 2-8 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of 2-9 Officer Brent David Wisdom. 2-10 Officer Brent David Wisdom. 2-11 Brimer 2-12 H.R. No. 599 2-13 _______________________________ 2-14 Speaker of the House 2-15 I certify that H.R. No. 599 was unanimously adopted by a 2-16 rising vote of the House on May 4, 1993. 2-17 _______________________________ 2-18 Chief Clerk of the House