78S10875 MDM-D

By:  Ellis                                                        H.R. No. 173



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The passing of James Muller "Pete" Peebles, Sr., on 
July 20, 2003, at the age of 76, has deeply saddened his family and 
many friends; and
	WHEREAS, A native of Livingston, Mr. Peebles was born on July 
1, 1927, to John Alvin and Julia James Peebles; over his lifetime, 
he became one of the most admired members of his community and 
worked diligently in behalf of his fellow citizens; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Peebles began his remarkable 64-year 
affiliation with the Livingston Volunteer Fire Department at the 
age of 12, when he served as its mascot; later he held the position 
of assistant fire chief, and at the time of his passing, he was the 
department's chaplain; for his exemplary service as a volunteer 
fireman, he received 50-year and 60-year service awards and was 
named Fireman of the Year; and
	WHEREAS, Those who were privileged to enjoy the friendship of 
Pete Peebles will long remember his caring spirit and his 
commitment to his family and his community; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of 
James Muller "Pete" Peebles, Sr., and extend deep sympathy to the 
members of his family: to his wife, Dusty Peebles; to his son, James 
Muller Peebles, Jr., and his wife, Kay; to his sisters, Carlene 
Sneed, Love Monroe, and Patsy Eppes; and to his other relatives and 
a host of friends; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of 
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of James 
Muller "Pete" Peebles, Sr.