SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 80


In Memory

of

Dr. Joseph Clayton Gathe, Sr.

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Houston in mourning the loss of Dr. Joseph Clayton Gathe, Sr.,
who died September 22, 2003, at the age of 73; and
	WHEREAS, Dr. Gathe was an exemplary citizen who was 
respected in the community for his many accomplishments, and he 
will be fondly remembered by the members of the Sigma Pi Phi 
Fraternity, in which he was an archon; and
	WHEREAS, Dr. Gathe was a devout Catholic and practiced his 
faith in his daily life; and 
	WHEREAS, He truly nurtured all of those he met and knew, 
bringing them many unforgettable and shining moments of laughter, 
love, and sharing; and
	WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, 
Joseph Gathe gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, 
and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; 
and
	WHEREAS, Joseph 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, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend sincere 
condolences to the bereaved family of Dr. Joseph Clayton Gathe, Sr.:
his children, Jeffrey Christopher Gathe, Dr. Joy Carol Ghermay, 
Dr. Joseph Clayton Gathe, Jr., Dr. Julia Collette Flowers, and 
Jillian Christina Gathe; his grandchildren, Joya, Joseph III, 
Katana, Hayden, Chandler, Savannah, Morgan, and Sydney; his 
great-granddaughter, Lauryn; and many 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 Dr. Joseph Clayton Gathe, Sr.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on September 29, 2003, 
by a rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate