79S10301 JNC-D

By:  Hughes                                                       H.R. No. 233



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The family and friends of U.S. Army Specialist Eric 
Poelman suffered an immeasurable loss with the death of this 
valiant 21-year-old soldier in Iraq on June 5, 2005; and
	WHEREAS, Notwithstanding the hardships that he faced in a war 
zone, Specialist Poelman performed his work with pride and 
professionalism, his steadfast commitment to his mission made all 
the more firm by a strongly felt desire to help the Iraqi people; 
and
	WHEREAS, Specialist Poelman joined the Army in January 2003 
and was excited to have the opportunity to not only serve his 
country, but also to drive the big tanks that he loved; he enjoyed 
working with his hands and was known to be caring and compassionate, 
always ready to help others in need; and
	WHEREAS, Through his unwavering dedication to duty, honor, 
and this nation, Eric Poelman embodied the highest ideals of the 
armed services, and the blessing of his life will be forever 
treasured by those who were privileged to share in the warmth of his 
love and friendship; 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 
U.S. Army Specialist Eric Poelman and extend sincere sympathy to 
the members of his family: to his wife, Renate Poelman; to his 
parents, Matt and Sally Poelman; to his brothers, Andy and Greg 
Poelman; 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 U.S. Army 
Specialist Eric Poelman.