78R16990 MDM-D

By:  McReynolds                                                   H.R. No. 1429



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The passing of Joe K. Sample on April 20, 2003, has 
brought a great loss not only to his family, but also to the 
residents of Diboll and East Texas; and
	WHEREAS, A native of the Lone Star State, he was born in 
Pineland, attended Lamar University, and received a bachelor's 
degree in marketing before beginning his notable career with 
Temple-Inland Forest Products Corporation in 1962; from his initial 
post as a sales trainee, he moved on to hold progressively more 
responsible positions, retiring in March 2003 as senior vice 
president; and
	WHEREAS, Known for his genuine concern for the well-being of 
his fellow employees, Mr. Sample could be counted on to offer help 
in times of need; further, this highly regarded individual shared 
his smile and his good will with the residents of his community and 
he worked diligently in their behalf; and
	WHEREAS, His volunteerism included involvement with 
Temple-Inland's History Center, the Lottie and Arthur Temple Civic 
Center, and the annual Diboll Day event; a past chair of the Diboll 
Booster Club, he served First Bank and Trust-East Texas as a 
director, the Angelina County Chamber of Commerce as a board 
member, and the Lufkin/Angelina County Economic Development 
Partnership as an executive committee member; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Sample was affiliated with numerous industry 
organizations, including the Engineered Wood Association, the 
Texas Forestry Association, the Southern Forest Products 
Association, the Southern Pine Inspection Bureau, the American Wood 
Council, and the American Forest and Paper Association; and
	WHEREAS, Joe Sample was a very giving man who was deeply 
committed to his family, friends, and community, and the blessing 
of his life will be forever cherished by those who were privileged 
to share his love and friendship; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Joe K. Sample and 
extend sincere sympathy to his wife, Kathy Sample; to his children, 
Joel, Kim, Gay, and Amanda; and to the many other friends and 
relatives of this fine man; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of 
Representatives adjourns this day, it does so in memory of Joe K. 
Sample.