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H.R. No. 926
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Throughout the history of this nation, in times of
great peril, men and women of the United States military have
marched bravely into battle to defend our precious liberties; and
WHEREAS, U.S. Army Specialist James Kiehl embarked from Fort
Bliss in support of our nation's campaign to liberate Iraqi
citizens from oppression; working with the 507th Maintenance
Company, he was killed in action when his convoy was ambushed in
Iraq; and
WHEREAS, The beloved husband of Jill Kiehl, this courageous
soldier was a computer repairman and a graduate of Comfort High
School, where he was a member of the basketball team and lead
trumpet player in the marching band; and
WHEREAS, Unflinching bravery and a resolute commitment to
fulfill his oath to serve, regardless of the personal consequences,
were demonstrated by this valorous American, who gave his life to
preserve liberty; the State of Texas and the nation now mourn the
loss of James Kiehl: a soldier for a brief period, a hero forever;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature hereby honor the life of James Kiehl and extend to his
family deepest sympathy: to his wife, Jill Kiehl; to his parents,
Janie and Randy Kiehl; and to his many friends; 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 U.S.
Army Specialist James Kiehl.
Chavez
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 926 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 23, 2003.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House