SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 101


In Memory

of

Preston Ervin, Sr.


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins
the citizens of Houston in mourning the loss of
Reverend Dr. Preston Ervin, Sr., who died January 12, 2003;
and
	WHEREAS, The dedication and integrity of this highly 
esteemed gentleman were an inspiration to all those who knew
him and worked with him; and
	WHEREAS, Preston Ervin was born in Tallulah, Louisiana,
on December 29, 1926, and graduated from Phillis Wheatley High 
School in 1945; and
	WHEREAS, A compassionate and caring person, Reverend Ervin 
was a man of spiritual depth and conviction who had a positive 
influence on the lives of numerous Christians; and
	WHEREAS, His wise counsel and sound judgment will be deeply 
missed and remembered with gratitude; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted husband and father, he leaves behind 
memories that will be treasured 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 
family of Reverend Dr. Preston Ervin, Sr.:  his wife,
Dr. Doris Everett Ervin; his sons, Warren and Preston, Jr.; and 
his daughters, Freema and Kathy; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
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 Preston Ervin, Sr.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 5, 2003, by 
a rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate