SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 81


In Memory

of

Edward Elliott, Jr.


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Edward Elliott, Jr., 
who died July 7, 2003, at the age of 72; and

	WHEREAS, Edward was born to Sarah Livingston Elliott and 
Edward Elliott, Sr., on October 15, 1930; he grew up in Groesbeck 
and graduated from Groesbeck High School in 1947; he served in 
the United States Army, where he was a member of the 7871 Elite 
Guard, a drill and demonstration platoon; and

	WHEREAS, Following his honorable discharge from the Army 
in 1953, Edward attended Prairie View A&M University, where he 
excelled in academics and sports; he earned a bachelor of science 
degree and a master of education degree as well as a certificate 
in school administration; and

	WHEREAS, Edward began his career in education in
College Station and went on to devote himself to more than 40 
years as a teacher and coach; among his many accomplishments was 
coaching one basketball team that won the state championship in 
1960 and his successful integration of the National Aquatic 
Schools in Texas; and

	WHEREAS, In Austin, where he moved in 1966, he served as a 
coach at the old Anderson High School and at Lanier High School; 
he also served as dean of boys at Reagan High School, as assistant 
principal of Lanier High School and Burnet Junior High School, 
and as principal of Bedichek Middle School; and

	WHEREAS, Edward Elliott was a member of several 
professional and civic organizations, including Austin School 
Administrators, the Texas Coaching Association, and Prince Hall 
Grand Lodge; and

	WHEREAS, He was a devout Christian who practiced his faith 
in his daily life; he was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church in 
Bryan and the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Austin; in 1975, he was 
confirmed as a member of Saint James Episcopal Church in Austin; 
and

	WHEREAS, A man highly regarded for his personal integrity, 
Edward touched the lives of many people through his qualities of 
patience, compassion, and humility; and

	WHEREAS, Edward was a devoted husband, father, and 
grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured 
forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere 
condolences to the bereaved family of Edward Elliott, Jr.:  his 
wife, Geneva; his sons, Ricky and William; his daughters, Tasha 
and JoAnn; and his granddaughters, Brisha and Roxanne; and his 
five great-grandchildren; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of his family as an expression of deepest sympathy 
from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this 
day, it do so in memory of Edward Elliott, Jr.
                                                                      Barrientos




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on July 18, 2003, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate