1-1 1 1-2 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 391 1-3 In Memory 1-4 of 1-5 G. C. Broughton 1-6 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens 1-7 of Big Spring in mourning the loss of one of the city's most 1-8 esteemed and well-loved citizens, G. C. Broughton, who died 1-9 February 7, 2001, at the age of 78; and 1-10 WHEREAS, The life of one individual can have a remarkable 1-11 impact on the lives of many, and such a person was G. C. Broughton, 1-12 who contributed to the progress and development of his city and 1-13 the business community; and 1-14 WHEREAS, Owner and operator of farms in Howard, Martin, 1-15 Glasscock, Gaines, Hale, Floyd, and Lamb counties and of Broughton 1-16 Implement for 25 years, this son of pioneering parents was also 1-17 actively involved in West Texas oil and gas; and 1-18 WHEREAS, The highly respected businessman and community 1-19 leader was greatly admired for his devotion to his city and its 1-20 citizens; he freely offered his abilities and energies to the 1-21 Salvation Army, Methodist Hospital in Lubbock, Howard County Tax 1-22 Appraisal District, Ruidoso Jockey Club, and Security State Bank; 2-1 and 2-2 WHEREAS, Considered by many as a motivating force in his 2-3 community, Mr. Broughton was recognized by his fellow Rotarians 2-4 with their highest form of praise, the Paul Harris Fellow award; 2-5 and 2-6 WHEREAS, An active member of the First Baptist Church, 2-7 Mr. Broughton truly believed in practicing his faith in his 2-8 daily life and will be remembered for the affection, confidence, 2-9 and loyalty he inspired in those with whom he associated; and 2-10 WHEREAS, The death of such a fine citizen is felt not only 2-11 by his family and friends, but also by the people who benefitted 2-12 from his generosity and community spirit; now, therefore, be it 2-13 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-14 77th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the 2-15 family of G. C. Broughton: his beloved wife, Jean Broughton; 2-16 his stepsons, Casey Wilder and Scott Wilder; his granddaughter, 2-17 Kyla Wilder; and his brother, Robert Broughton; and, be it further 2-18 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his 2-19 family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate, 2-20 and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of 2-21 G. C. Broughton. 2-22 Duncan 2-23 ______________________________________ 2-24 President of the Senate 2-25 I hereby certify that the above 2-26 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-27 on March 5, 2001, by a rising vote. 2-28 ______________________________________ 2-29 Secretary of the Senate 3-1 ______________________________________ 3-2 Member, Texas Senate