SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 637


In Memory

of

Leonard L. Yeckel, Sr.

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Leonard L. Yeckel, Sr., who
died February 26, 2003, at the age of 84; and
	WHEREAS, Leonard Yeckel was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, 
on February 24, 1919, to Henry Leonard Yeckel and Elizabeth Ladd; 
he graduated from Brackenridge High School and served as a first 
lieutenant in the United States Army Corps of Engineers during 
World War II; he was married to Wanda Dolch Yeckel who preceded 
him in death; and
	WHEREAS, He worked for Alamo Ironworks and the Steves Sash 
and Door Company in San Antonio; after serving as the manager of 
the Elliot Paint and Wallpaper of Texas store for 10 years, he 
purchased and operated the shop until his retirement in 1997; and
	WHEREAS, Leonard was a respected civic leader who helped to 
found Castle Hills; he served as the first mayor of Castle Hills 
and as the first Corporation Court judge; he also served as a 
member of the zoning board, as an alderman, as the chairman of the 
Board of Adjustments, and as a member of the city council; and
	WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, 
Leonard 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, Leonard was a member of 
Trinity Baptist Church; and
	WHEREAS, Leonard 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 Leonard L. Yeckel:  his daughter, Sherry Yeckel;
his son, Leonard Yeckel, Jr., and his wife, Ronalee; and his 
grandchildren, Michelle Meinardus and Jason Yeckel; 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 Leonard L. Yeckel, Sr.
                                                                       Wentworth




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 22, 2003, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate