By Pitts                                              H.R. No. 1138
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                                 R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, The passing of Constable Richard G. Schmidt of
 1-2     Palmer on April 23, 2001, has brought a profound sense of loss to
 1-3     the family and many friends of this esteemed gentleman; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, Born on May 10, 1931, in Austin, Constable Schmidt
 1-5     was raised in Dallas and graduated from Sunset High School before
 1-6     joining the United States Navy and serving his country for 10
 1-7     years, including during the Korean War; and
 1-8           WHEREAS, For three decades, Mr. Schmidt was parts manager for
 1-9     State Auto Parts in Dallas; after moving to Palmer, he worked as a
1-10     municipal court judge in Garrett and also owned a security firm;
1-11     and
1-12           WHEREAS, In November 2000, Mr. Schmidt won election as Ellis
1-13     County Constable of Precinct 2 and served with distinction in this
1-14     position, earning high marks from his colleagues for his hard work
1-15     and fervent desire to improve the quality of life for the citizens
1-16     in the county; and
1-17           WHEREAS, Actively involved in the community, Constable
1-18     Schmidt was a member of the Fundamental Baptist Church and the
1-19     American Legion; and
1-20           WHEREAS, This notable Texan was a valued public servant who
1-21     used his leadership and commitment to benefit many residents and
1-22     make a positive difference in Ellis County; Constable Schmidt's
1-23     important efforts will continue to contribute to the well-being of
1-24     our state for years to come; now, therefore, be it
 2-1           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas
 2-2     Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Richard G. Schmidt
 2-3     and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his
 2-4     wife, Sue; to his sons and daughters-in-law, Allen and Pam Fleming,
 2-5     Charles and Tina Landrith, and Todd Gilleland; to his daughters,
 2-6     Susan Lewis and Brenda Henson; to his two brothers, Darrell Schmidt
 2-7     and Gerald Schmidt; to his 14 grandchildren; and to his other
 2-8     relatives and many friends; and, be it further
 2-9           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
2-10     prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
2-11     Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Richard G.
2-12     Schmidt.