SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 127





In Memory



of



James William Tankard, Jr.





	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens

of Austin in mourning the loss of James William Tankard, Jr., who 

died August 12, 2005, at the age of 64; and

	WHEREAS, A beloved educator, author and editor,

Professor Tankard gave his family and his students the gifts of 

joy in curiosity and passion for exploration, and his influence 

will continue to be felt in the field of journalism for generations

to come; and

	WHEREAS, Dr. Tankard taught for 32 years at

The University of Texas at Austin, where he was Jesse H. Jones 

professor in journalism; he taught 17 different courses at the 

university and chaired the committee that created the professional

journalism master's program; and

	WHEREAS, A man of great creativity, intellect and compassion,

he gave generously of himself to others, and his wisdom, warmth 

and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; 

now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,

79th Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere 

condolences to the bereaved family of James William Tankard, Jr.:

his wife, Sara Elaine Fuller Tankard; his daughters,

Amy Elizabeth Tankard Hill, Jessica Hope Tankard and

Margaret Elaine Tankard; and his brothers, Robert Preston Tankard

and Frederick Wright Tankard; 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 James William Tankard, Jr.

                                                                       Zaffirini









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    President of the Senate

 

    I hereby certify that the 

above Resolution was adopted by 

the Senate on August 19, 2005, by 

a rising vote.







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    Secretary of the Senate







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     Member, Texas Senate