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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 192


In Memory

of

Anthony L. Badrak, Jr.


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of San Antonio and Runge in mourning the loss of
Anthony L. Badrak, Jr., who died February 5, 2003, at the age
of 54; and

	WHEREAS, Tony Badrak was born on September 22, 1948, in 
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Anthony and Anna Badrak; he 
earned a bachelor's degree in music education from Saint Mary's 
University in San Antonio; and

	WHEREAS, Over the years, Anthony served as a band and music 
teacher for a number of San Antonio schools, including Rodgers 
Middle School, Saint Gerard High School, John F. Kennedy High 
School, and Marion High School; most recently, he was a teacher 
at Runge High School of the Runge Independent School District; 
throughout his career, he was dedicated to his work, and he 
touched the lives of hundreds of young people by sharing with 
them his love of life and his passion for music; and

	WHEREAS, Tony was a highly talented musician and played 
both the flute and the saxophone in a number of bands over the 
years; he was the leader of two bands, Tears of Joy and Blue 
Norther, and in 1999, the Current 12th Annual Music Awards 
recognized him as the Best Horn Player in San Antonio; and

	WHEREAS, Tony was respected for his many accomplishments 
and was beloved by his family, friends, colleagues, and students; 
and

	WHEREAS, He was a man of integrity, strength, and 
generosity who 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, Tony was a member of Travis 
Park United Methodist Church, where he was actively involved in 
music ministry; and

	WHEREAS, Tony Badrak lived his life to the fullest and was 
a devoted son, father, brother, and uncle, 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 Anthony L. Badrak, Jr.:  his parents,
Anthony and Anna Badrak; his brothers and sisters, Edward,


Margaret, Veronica, Francis, and James; and his four children, 
Sean, Antoinette, Lauren, and James; 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 Anthony L. Badrak, Jr.
                                                                    Van de Putte




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 18, 2003, 
by a rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate