By Kuempel H.R. No. 947 76R15206 JBR-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The recent passing of Geren Chapman on April 5, 1-2 1999, has brought a great loss to the family and friends of this 1-3 beloved gentleman; and 1-4 WHEREAS, Born in Wilmer, Mr. Chapman graduated from The 1-5 University of Texas at Austin after being educated in Dallas 1-6 schools; in 1947 this devoted man married the former Billie Frances 1-7 Stapleton, with whom he shared 52 years of happiness; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Mr. Chapman proudly served his country as a member 1-9 of the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater during World War II, and 1-10 upon his return to civilian life he became a member of the VFW and 1-11 the American Legion; he was a member of several other 1-12 organizations, including the Austin Chapter of Civitan 1-13 International, Wilshire Presbyterian Church in Austin, and the 1-14 Harbor Lights Town House Board of Directors in Keowee Key, Salem, 1-15 South Carolina, his place of residence at the time of his passing; 1-16 and 1-17 WHEREAS, A sports enthusiast, Mr. Chapman contributed to 1-18 young people's appreciation of athletics by coaching Babe Ruth 1-19 League baseball in Austin for many years, and he furthered his 1-20 commitment to humanity by cofounding the Boys Club International, 1-21 Austin Chapter, and by serving as a hospice volunteer; and 1-22 WHEREAS, Geren Chapman enjoyed boating and playing golf, and 1-23 his love for life provided inspiration for members of his family 1-24 and countless friends, and his spirit will continue to live on in 2-1 the hearts and minds of those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be 2-2 it 2-3 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas 2-4 Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Geren Chapman and 2-5 extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, 2-6 Billie Chapman; to his sister, Virginia Gilliland; to his brothers 2-7 and sisters-in-law, James J. and Hazel Chapman, Jr., and Billy Jack 2-8 and Hilda Chapman; to his niece, Lynn Shevack; and to the many 2-9 other relatives and friends of this esteemed gentleman; and, be it 2-10 further 2-11 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-12 prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas 2-13 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of 2-14 Geren Chapman.