SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 127


In Memory

of

Charles Edward Crawford

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Austin in mourning the loss of Charles Edward Crawford, who 
died June 19, 2005, at the age of 77; and
	WHEREAS, Charles Crawford was born in Austin to
Charles Mills and Betty Crawford on July 27, 1927; he graduated 
from Auburn University, where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha 
Epsilon Fraternity; Charlie served in the United States Army in 
1946 and 1947 and in the Merchant Marine in 1948; and
	WHEREAS, Charlie began his career as a computer salesman 
for IBM Corporation and remained in the computer field of 
business throughout his early life; he later served for many 
years with the Texas State Senate, where he was known for his 
skill as an editor in the Legal Division of the Engrossing and 
Enrolling Department; and
	WHEREAS, Charlie was a gentleman of high standards who 
cherished language and literature; he was noted for his engaging 
sense of humor and his intelligent, dry wit, and his succinct 
speech and manner of delivery were a source of much enjoyment to 
all who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, When faced with his debilitating illness, Charlie 
persevered with remarkable courage and continued to share his 
wisdom and humor--and inevitably his many points of view!--with 
those he cherished; and

	WHEREAS, Beloved for his inimitable personality and his 
warmth and spirit, Charlie Crawford lived his life to the fullest 
and 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,
79th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere 
condolences to the bereaved family of Charles Edward Crawford:  
his wife, Pat; his son and daughter-in-law,
Charles J. G. Crawford and Rebekah; his stepchildren,
Ray and Lynn Hopkins; his brother and sister-in-law,
George Mills Crawford and Aurea; and his grandchildren, Elspeth, 
Bryn, Charles Ian, Fiona, and James; 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 Charles Edward Crawford.
                                                                      Barrientos




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on July 20, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate