78R11897 JNC-D

By:  Chavez                                                       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.