78S41007 JNC-D

By:  Baxter                                                       H.R. No. 225



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The untimely passing of Dr. Gary Jones on April 30, 
2003, at the age of 48, brought a great loss to the many friends and 
relatives of this esteemed San Angelo resident; and
	WHEREAS, Dr. Jones graduated from San Angelo Central High 
School and attended Angelo State University before earning his 
doctorate of dental surgery from The University of Texas Health 
Science Center in San Antonio; and
	WHEREAS, In 1981, he started his dental practice in his 
hometown and quickly gained the trust and respect of his many 
patients; well regarded for his professionalism, hard work, and 
dedication, he was selected to serve as president of the local 
dental society from 1997 to 1998; and
	WHEREAS, This notable Texan was an avid golfer and sports fan 
who enjoyed playing a round with his friends at the San Angelo 
Country Club and lending his time and talents as a coach of YMCA 
football, basketball, and baseball; and
	WHEREAS, Despite his many professional and social 
commitments, Gary Jones was above all else a devoted husband, 
father, and friend, and though he will be deeply missed, his memory 
will long endure in the hearts of all who were privileged to know 
him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby honor the life of Gary 
Jones and extend sincere sympathy to his family: to his wife, Terri; 
to his children, Michael, Brian, and Jenna; to his parents, Dennis 
and Betty; and to the many other relatives and friends of this 
beloved gentleman; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas House 
of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Gary 
Jones.