SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 918
In Memory
of
Jason Eric Bentley
WHEREAS, The untimely and tragic death of Jason Eric
Bentley of Hurst on May 12, 2003, at the age of 35, has brought a
great loss to all who were privileged to know this outstanding
Texan; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1968 at Fort Smith, Arkansas, Mr. Bentley
grew up in Hurst and attended L. D. Bell High School before
embarking on a successful 10-year career in the United States Army;
for five years he served at the army's premier combat training
institute, the National Training Center at Fort Irwin,
California, and during his tenure he was assigned to bases in
both Texas and South Korea, ultimately attaining the rank of
staff sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his military career, Sergeant Bentley
proved himself to be a serviceman of the very highest caliber,
earning the respect and admiration of peers and commanding
officers alike for the exemplary leadership and technical skills
he displayed in every one of his diverse assignments; on his
return to civilian life in 2002, he was hired by the Vinnell
Corporation to work as a military expert and training specialist
at its offices located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; and
WHEREAS, This relocation to the Middle East was profoundly
difficult for a man who treasured every moment of the time he
spent with his beloved daughter, Sarah Marie, the light and joy
of his life; Jason Bentley will be forever remembered by his
family and friends for the warmth, compassion, and kindness he
brought into the lives of others, gifts that will endure long
after his passing; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to
the bereaved family of Jason Eric Bentley: his daughter,
Sarah Marie Bentley; his parents, William and Gail Bentley;
his brother, Bill Bentley, Jr.; and his many other relatives and
friends; 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 Jason Eric Bentley.
Brimer, Nelson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 21, 2003, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate