79R16435 PCM-D

By:  Naishtat                                                     H.R. No. 1534



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Jesse Chambers of Austin was a friend to many in the 
legislative community during his service with the state, and the 
seventh anniversary of his passing marks an opportune time to 
reflect on the life of this esteemed Texan; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted family man, Mr. Chambers was happily 
married to Annie Mae Chambers, and together they shared a rewarding 
marriage that spanned more than 64 years; the proud father of six 
children, he worked hard throughout his life to provide for his 
family, approaching each new post he took on with his 
characteristic diligence and dedication; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Chambers was a volunteer at Camp Mabry during 
World War II and early in his career worked for Big Bear Foods, 
Frostex, and Butternut Bakery before accepting a position with the 
county; employed at the Travis County Courthouse for seven years, 
he retired from that post in 1977 but rejoined the workforce in 
December 1982, when he was hired to help prevent unauthorized 
parking on the Capitol grounds; and
	WHEREAS, The first African American to serve as a car guard, 
Mr. Chambers was stationed on the south lawn of the Capitol near the 
fireman statue during his tenure, where he not only ensured that 
state officials would find their assigned spots open and available, 
but also served as a goodwill ambassador for the state, greeting 
passersby, giving directions, and brightening the days of members 
and their staff; and
	WHEREAS, Though Mr. Chambers died on May 12, 1998, his 
contributions live on in the legacy of service and devotion he 
leaves behind; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Jesse Chambers on the 
anniversary of his death; 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 memory of Jesse 
Chambers.