H.R. No. 1517



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Dana Lee Gold passed from this life on August 17, 
2002, but the wonderful memories of his love of family, unbridled 
energy, and generous spirit live on; and
	WHEREAS, A native of Fredericksburg, Mr. Gold met his beloved 
wife Gretchen at Southwest Texas State University where he received 
a degree in government and business; and
	WHEREAS, This distinguished gentleman's professional 
accomplishments as a teacher, personnel director, and executive 
administrator at the Tinsman, Scott and Sciano Law Firm in San 
Antonio were impressive; however, Mr. Gold's personal values placed 
devotion to his family and service to his community ahead of 
personal ambition; and
	WHEREAS, A natural and enthusiastic leader guided by deep 
spiritual tenets, Mr. Gold, an active member of St. Paul Lutheran 
Church, worked for the betterment of mankind and was the 
quintessential volunteer, supporter, and organizer of good works, 
community events, and benevolent endeavors; the most prominent 
aspects of Mr. Gold's service on behalf of organizations and 
institutions included tireless efforts as a member and leader of 
the Optimist Club, the Wurstfest Association, Communities in 
Schools, and the Hugh O'Brien Youth Foundation, which was recently 
reorganized under a new name, the Gold Youth Leadership Program, in 
honor of this fine gentleman; and
	WHEREAS, The son of an original German pioneering family, Mr. 
Gold approached community projects and opportunities for service 
with the spirit and determination of his forefathers; he always met 
the challenge of new journeys to bring hope and joy to fellow human 
beings and his kind and generous spirit will be missed; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor the life of Dana Gold and extend to his 
family deepest sympathy: to his wife, Gretchen; to his sons, 
Brandon and Christopher; to his mother, Geraldine Gold; to his 
sister, Diane Reeh; to his niece, Stacey Reeh; and to his many 
beloved 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 Dana 
Gold.

                                                                         Casteel


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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 1517 was unanimously adopted by a 
rising vote of the House on May 30, 2003.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House