By:  Brimer                                            H.R. No. 599
       73R8881 PFG-D
                                  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.