SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 186


In Memory

of

Darrell Hester


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and 
commemorates the life of the Honorable Darrell Hester, who died 
December 18, 2005, at the age of 80; and
	WHEREAS, A distinguished and well-respected jurist, 
Darrell Hester had been presiding judge of the 5th Judicial 
Region since 1999 and had previously served as judge of the 197th 
District Court for almost three decades; and
	WHEREAS, Darrell Hester was born in Frost, Texas, on 
February 9, 1925; a graduate of Corsicana High School, he served 
in the United States Navy during World War II; and
	WHEREAS, He married Nell Sanders in 1948, beginning a 
partnership that would last more than 57 years; after graduating 
from The University of Texas Law School in 1949, he practiced law 
in Harlingen for over two decades before being elected to the 
judiciary; and
	WHEREAS, Judge Hester was known as a brilliant and 
well-read man who set high standards for himself and those in his 
courtroom; he was considered tough on crime yet fair and 
compassionate as a jurist; and
	WHEREAS, Hardworking and dedicated to the law,
Judge Hester was admired and respected by his colleagues, and his 
warmth, wisdom, and wise counsel will be long remembered by all 
who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, A kind and caring man, 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, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend sincere 
condolences to the bereaved family of Darrell Hester; 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 Darrell Hester.
                                                                           Lucio




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 10, 2006, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate