By: Turner S.R. No. 238 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is proud to 1-3 recognize Ronnie Starkey for his recent selection as the 1994 1-4 Fireman of the Year by the Hearne Volunteer Fire Department; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Mr. Starkey has been serving as the president of 1-6 the Hearne Volunteer Fire Department for the past 14 years and has 1-7 been a member of the department for 20 years; he was instrumental 1-8 in acquiring the grant to pay for the recent purchase of a fire 1-9 truck; and 1-10 WHEREAS, A dedicated public servant, Ronnie Starkey is well 1-11 known for his superior courage and leadership; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Since joining the Hearne Volunteer Fire Department, 1-13 Mr. Starkey has consistently displayed sound judgment and expertise 1-14 in dealing with the unique challenges of a fireman's position, and 1-15 he has made innumerable contributions to the people of Robertson 1-16 County; and 1-17 WHEREAS, A man of uncommon generosity and concern for others, 1-18 Ronnie Starkey is beloved and respected by his colleagues and 1-19 friends in the Hearne community; now, therefore, be it 1-20 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 1-21 74th Legislature, hereby commend Ronnie Starkey for his stellar 1-22 public service and extend to him congratulations on his recent 1-23 award; and, be it further 2-1 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-2 him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. 2-3 ______________________________________ 2-4 President of the Senate 2-5 I hereby certify that the above 2-6 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-7 on February 16, 1995. 2-8 ______________________________________ 2-9 Secretary of the Senate 2-10 ______________________________________ 2-11 Member, Texas Senate