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79S30273 JNC-D

By:  Goolsby                                                      H.R. No. 18 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, With the passing of R. C. "Ted" Bibby on December 1, 
2004, at the age of 80, the Dallas community lost an able 
businessman, a devoted family man, and a valued citizen, and today 
we join in paying tribute to the memory of this esteemed Texan; and
	WHEREAS, Born in Los Angeles, California, on May 28, 1924, 
Mr. Bibby grew up in Dallas and graduated from North Dallas High 
School; as a young man he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and 
became one of the first and youngest Marine pilots to fly off 
aircraft carriers; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Bibby proudly served his country during World 
War II, flying bombers in the Pacific, and was later recalled to 
service during the Korean War as a helicopter test pilot; his 
dedication earned him the rank of major before his retirement from 
the Marine Corps in 1957; and
	WHEREAS, Using the GI Bill, he attended Southern Methodist 
University, where he received his bachelor's degree; he worked for 
Travelers Insurance Company as a special agent, and in 1955, he and 
his brother, Joe, founded the Bibby Insurance Agency; and
	WHEREAS, Ted Bibby managed the family-owned and 
family-operated company with integrity and honesty, working 
closely with countless North Texas residents to help them ensure a 
brighter future for themselves and their families and treating each 
of his clients as he would a close friend; and
	WHEREAS, Ever mindful of insurance industry standards, he 
served his peers as president of the Independent Insurance Agents 
of Dallas from 1981 to 1982; and
	WHEREAS, This passionate proponent of volunteerism served 
the greater community as well through his participation in the 
Union Gospel Mission, YMCA Camp Grady Spruce, and various prison 
ministries; over the course of his life, Mr. Bibby drew strength and 
sustenance from his faith, and set a sterling example of conviction 
and charity to which all may aspire; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout his endeavors, he was blessed with the 
love and support of his wife of 57 years, Alice Anne, and their five 
cherished children, Kathleen, Lisa, Pete, Robert, and Bruce; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Bibby served the insurance industry with great 
dedication, building strong relationships with his clients and 
making many good friends; he was a giving individual in all aspects 
of his life who never failed to brighten the days of those around 
him; and
	WHEREAS, Ted Bibby's outgoing and generous personality will 
long be remembered by his family and friends and by those who were 
touched by his commitment to his profession and community, and he 
leaves behind a legacy to treasure for those who hold him dear; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of 
R. C. "Ted" Bibby and extend profound sympathy to the members of his 
family: to his wife, Alice Anne Bibby; to his children, Kathleen, 
Lisa, Pete, Robert, and Bruce; and to the other relatives and many 
friends of this fine man; 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 R. C. "Ted" 
Bibby.