SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 175


In Memory

of

Sean Anselm Hayes

	WHEREAS, It is with great sorrow that the Texas Senate 
notes the passing of an outstanding Texas Department of 
Transportation employee, Sean Anselm Hayes, of the Georgetown 
Area Office, who died in the line of duty on January 15, 2006,
at the age of 49; and
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas wishes to join 
his family, friends, and fellow workers in mourning the loss of 
this remarkable Texan who dedicated his life to his family and 
career; and
	WHEREAS, An esteemed and hardworking man, Mr. Hayes was 
born June 13, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois; he was an avid fan of 
the Chicago Cubs baseball team and all things associated with the 
Texas Longhorns; and
	WHEREAS, He was an enthusiastic referee of football, 
basketball, and baseball and a supporter of children's athletics 
through the Texas Parks and Recreation Foundation; and
	WHEREAS, Sean Hayes had a distinguished military career 
for 20 years as a highly respected noncommissioned officer in the 
United States Army, receiving numerous commendations and medals; 
and
	WHEREAS, His hard work and ability were rewarded during his 
11-year tenure at the Texas Department of Transportation, where 


he began as an Engineering Tech III and was steadily promoted to 
Engineering Specialist; and
	WHEREAS, This highly respected state employee was a 
devoted husband and father who was recognized as a well-rounded 
man with outstanding honor and integrity; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend heartfelt 
sympathy to the members of the family of Sean Hayes:  his wife, 
Robin Hayes; and his daughters, Jessica and Amanda; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
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 Sean Anselm Hayes.
                                                                           Ogden




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 9, 2006, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate