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78S41391 BJM-D
By: McClendon H.R. No. 282
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, For an impressive 37 years, Colonel Charles W.
Edwards, Jr., has served both his state and his nation with pride
and distinction; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Jarvis Christian College, Colonel
Edwards holds a master's degree from Christian Theological Seminary
and a doctorate from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary; this
accomplished man has also received specialized training from an
array of military schools; and
WHEREAS, Colonel Edwards began an illustrious military
career in 1966 and saw duty as an infantryman in Korea before
enlisting in the United States Army Reserve and serving in the
Chaplain Corps; he soon reentered active duty, and in 1979 he began
his tenure with the Texas Army National Guard, where he has
continued to excel in his role as chaplain, garnering promotions
and accolades; his intelligence, devotion to duty, and compassion
have earned him numerous prestigious positions, including that of
joint forces headquarters chaplain, a position in which he
supervises more than 100 chaplains and chaplain assistants
throughout Texas; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of his meritorious service, Colonel
Edwards has been honored with a number of awards; he has received
the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the Good
Conduct Medal, the Lone Star Distinguished Service Award, and
numerous other recognitions, each a testament to his stellar
character and commitment; and
WHEREAS, A man of deep faith, Colonel Edwards has also led six
Churches of Christ, in three different states, and worked for 11
years with the Department of Veterans Affairs, both as a chaplain
and as Chief, Chaplain Service; and
WHEREAS, Colonel Edwards exemplifies the traits of courage,
honor, and integrity that are the highest ideals of our nation's
armed forces, and he has justly earned the respect and admiration of
his colleagues and the gratitude of his fellow Americans; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend Colonel Charles W.
Edwards, Jr., for his remarkable record of service to Texas and the
United States and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
success and happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Colonel Edwards as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.