78R18971 JNC-D

By:  Moreno of Harris                                             H.R. No. 1840



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, George Garrett of Galena Park was a man of rare 
dedication and drive, and his passing on May 23, 2003, at the age of 
90, brought great sadness to all who were privileged to know him; 
and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Garrett helped to found the Galena Park 
Volunteer Fire Department in 1936 and set a milestone in the 
department's  history by becoming its longest serving firefighter; 
though he fought his last fire seven years ago, he continued to 
offer his expertise, insight, and energy to the city and was an 
active member of the Galena Park Masonic Lodge; and
	WHEREAS, Most recently serving as the firefighter's 
chaplain, this estimable gentleman was a father figure and mentor 
to many; in a show of admiration, Galena Park named its red fire 
truck in his honor; and
	WHEREAS, With a deeply ingrained passion for protecting the 
public's welfare, George Garrett dedicated much of his life to 
serving others; he is truly missed, but his vitality and love for 
his chosen vocation live on in the hearts of those who knew this 
remarkable man; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor the life of George Garrett and extend 
sincere sympathy to his family: to his daughters, Erble Jay 
Creasman, Dody Jones, and Cathie Eargle; to his sons, Dallas and 
Stan Garrett; to his siblings; to his 11 grandchildren and 14 
great-grandchildren; and to the innumerable firefighters whose 
lives he touched over the years; 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 on this day, it do so in memory of George 
Garrett.