79S10561 JNC-D

By:  McClendon                                                    H.R. No. 204



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The certain knowledge of a life filled with many 
joyful times and meaningful accomplishments may temper the profound 
sadness felt by the friends and family of Martin Lipcomb Collins of 
San Antonio at his passing on June 15, 2005, at the age of 91; and
	WHEREAS, Born and raised in the Alamo City, Mr. Collins 
attended St. Peter Claver High School while also working to help 
support his mother and siblings; he earned a bachelor of science 
degree from Prairie View A&M and went on to enlist in the Army, 
serving his country with distinction in World War II; and
	WHEREAS, After being honorably discharged from the military, 
he gained employment with the U.S. Post Office and retired after 
more than three decades of distinguished service;  an opportunity 
arose to join the staff of the San Antonio Independent School 
District and his compassion, skill, and insight led him to become an 
outstanding teacher; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Collins was known for his ability to inspire his 
students, and his admirable work and dedication earned him the 
title of Teacher of the Year; and
	WHEREAS, In his spare time, he enjoyed traveling, 
particularly on cruises, and participating in the local Ace High 
and Golden Hearts bridge clubs; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted husband and father, Mr. Collins shared 
more than six decades of marriage with his beloved wife, Celie, and 
was blessed with a large and loving family whom he treasured; he 
also held dear his faith and was a valued member of Holy Redeemer 
Catholic Church; and
	WHEREAS, Martin Collins was a much-loved member of his 
community, and he benefited countless people with his encouragement 
and generosity; a friend to many, he is deeply missed by all those 
who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of 
Martin Lipcomb Collins and extend sincere sympathy to the members 
of his family: to his wife, Celie Ann Collins; to his daughters, 
Deborah Collins Crawford and Theda Collins Redwine and her husband, 
Robert; to his sons, Craig Martin Collins, Keith Nicholas Collins, 
Ryan Damian Collins and his wife, Phoebe, and Basil Gerard Collins 
and his wife, Frances; to his grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren; to his sisters, Eleanor DeLoache Brown and 
Ethel A. Adams; and to his other relatives and many friends; and, be 
it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of 
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Martin 
Lipcomb Collins.