H.R. No. 902



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, An 85th birthday is truly cause for a celebration, 
and on April 27, 2003, Paul R. Ray, Sr., of Fort Worth is observing 
this significant event in his life; and
	WHEREAS, Born on April 27, 1918, in Minnesota, this esteemed 
gentleman is a highly respected resident of the Fort Worth area; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Ray has long contributed to the betterment of 
his community, state, and nation through his role as a leader in the 
Fort Worth business community; in 1965, he founded the Paul R. Ray 
Company, now known as Ray and Berndtson, and today he continues his 
involvement with this premier international executive search firm 
that specializes in recruiting services for top-level executives; 
and
	WHEREAS, His participation in civic endeavors includes 
membership in the local Exchange Club, which focuses its efforts  on 
community service, youth-related projects, child abuse prevention, 
and Americanism; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted family man, Mr. Ray enjoys a close and 
fulfilling relationship with his wife, Sarah, and takes great pride 
in his children, Paul Jr., Sarah, Peter, Anne, Breck, Beckie, 
Harriette, Christina, Mary, and Toni, 22 grandchildren, and one 
great-grandchild; and
	WHEREAS, For 85 years, Paul Ray has enjoyed a full life 
devoted to his family, his profession, and his community, and it is 
a privilege to join in paying tribute to this beloved man at this 
time; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Paul R. Ray, Sr., on the joyous 
occasion of his 85th birthday and extend to him warmest best wishes 
for continued success and happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Ray as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                           Geren

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 902 was adopted by the House on April 
25, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House