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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 ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 22, 2003, by a rising vote. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate