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H.R. No. 1318
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the fine men and
women in the law enforcement profession who, by their selfless
dedication to the public welfare, have enabled us to enjoy the
benefits of a peaceful and orderly society; and
WHEREAS, These gallant individuals willingly risk their
lives each day in order to ensure domestic tranquility and protect
the lives of others, earning the respect and admiration of their
peers and the greater community; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Dirk Ray Knearem of the Chambers County
Sheriff's Office exemplified in his personal and professional
conduct the singular virtues of courage, integrity, and unwavering
dedication; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his 16 years on the force, his record was
one of meritorious service, loyalty, personal bravery, and
self-sacrifice consistent with the high ideals of the law
enforcement profession; and
WHEREAS, Killed in the line of duty on October 17, 2004, his
untimely death was a tragic loss to his family, to his fellow peace
officers, and to the entire community; and
WHEREAS, His legacy of heroic dedication and self-sacrifice
will endure and continue to be a source of inspiration to those who
follow in a difficult but essential profession; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Deputy Dirk Ray
Knearem of the Chambers County Sheriff's Office and extend deepest
sympathy to his family, friends, and fellow officers; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas House
of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in the memory of
Deputy Dirk Ray Knearem.
Flores
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1318 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 27, 2005.
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Chief Clerk of the House