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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 98
In Memory
of
James Coons
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Conroe in mourning the tragic loss of United States
Army Master Sergeant James Coons, who died July 4, 2003, in
Washington, D.C., at the age of 35; and
WHEREAS, Jimmy Coons was born on April 3, 1968, in
Winnie, Texas, to Richard and Carol Coons; he shared a loving
marriage with Robin Coons, and they were blessed with two
daughters; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Coons bravely served his nation in
Operation Iraqi Freedom as a director of Information Management;
he was highly regarded for his knowledge of computers and the
Internet; his colleagues could always count on him to be
responsible and dependable, and he had their deepest admiration
and respect; and
WHEREAS, For his service in Operation Iraqi Freedom, he was
awarded the Bronze Star Medal and an additional service medal of
merit; and
WHEREAS, Known for his integrity and strength of character,
Jimmy Coons will be remembered by his colleagues as a man who
always made a positive difference; and
WHEREAS, Jimmy Coons was a devoted husband and father, 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 Master Sergeant James Coons:
his wife, Robin; his daughters, Misaki Stacey and Chloe Brielle;
his parents, Richard and Carol Coons; and other beloved family
members; 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 Master Sergeant James Coons.
Williams
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 22, 2003, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate