SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 59


In Memory

of

Adolph William Kraatz

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins
the citizens of Victoria in mourning the passing of
Adolph William Kraatz, who died on November 30, 2002, at
the age of 94; and
	WHEREAS, Adolph Kraatz was born on August 10, 1908, in
Dime Box, to Wilhelm D. and Augusta Stork Kraatz; he married the 
late Nora Elizabeth Kraatz on August 31, 1941, and the couple was 
blessed with three children; and
	WHEREAS, A patriotic American, Adolph served his country 
during World War II; he was a longtime employee at Barq's Nesbitt 
Bottling Company, where he served as the production manager for 
26 years before retiring; and
	WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, 
Adolph gave unselfishly of his time to others, and his wisdom, 
warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who 
knew him; and
	WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Adolph was a member of
Our Lady of Victory Cathedral; and
	WHEREAS, Adolph was a devoted husband, father, and 
grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured 
forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to
the bereaved family of Adolph William Kraatz:  his daughter,
Shirley Kraatz; his sons and daughters-in-law,
William Adolph Kraatz and Carmen and Billy Wayne Kraatz and
Denise; and his four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of his family as an expression of deepest sympathy 
from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this 
day, it do so in memory of Adolph William Kraatz.
                                                                      Armbrister




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on January 27, 2003, by 
a rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate