SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 221


In Memory

of

Walter H. Freeman


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of Beaumont in mourning the loss of Walter H. Freeman, 
who died January 30, 2003; and

	WHEREAS, Walter Freeman was born in Beaumont on May 17, 1923, 
to Mary Robinson and Nathaniel H. Freeman; he graduated from South 
Park High School and The University of Texas at Austin; and

	WHEREAS, A military pilot during World War II, he saw 
active duty in the Pacific campaign, completing 106 missions for 
the 475 Fighter Group and 432nd Squadron, Satan's Angels; he 
received numerous decorations for his service to his country, 
including the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal and six Bronze 
Service Stars; and

	WHEREAS, Mr. Freeman was employed with John Dollinger 
Steel, Incorporated, for 37 years; he retired in 1986 as vice 
president of Production for the company; and

	WHEREAS, An exemplary citizen, Mr. Freeman was a past 
president of the Beaumont Jaycees and was active in the Beaumont 
Chamber of Commerce and the West End Little League; a devout 
Christian, he was a member of Calder Baptist Church; and

	WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, 
Walter 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, Walter 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 Walter H. Freeman:  his wife of 50 years,
Helen Hatchell Freeman; his son, David Bernsen, and his wife, 
Dinah; his son, John Freeman, and his wife, Karen; his daughter, 
Mary Freeman Kennedy, and her husband, Scott; his daughter,
Cyndi Freeman Boren, and her husband, Charles; his brother, 
William Newnum, and his wife, Evelyn; and his 11 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 Walter H. Freeman.
                                                                       Shapleigh




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 24, 2003, 
by a rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate