79R17827 MDM-D

By:  Flynn                                                        H.R. No. 1841



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Nine decades of joyful times and meaningful 
accomplishments are truly reason for celebration, and on May 19, 
2005, Bob Adkisson of Wills Point marked this significant milestone 
in his life; and
	WHEREAS, Born on May 19, 1915, he is a veteran of the U.S. 
Navy whose service during World War II took him to New Orleans, 
Philadelphia, New York, Virginia, Pearl Harbor, and Okinawa; 
assigned the rank of ensign at the time he answered this nation's 
call to arms, he was honorably discharged in 1946 with the rank of 
lieutenant; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Adkisson and his wife, Frances, enjoyed an 
enduring union that spanned 45 years until her passing; today, he 
enjoys the love and affection of a fine family that includes his 
daughter, Laurie, and two grandsons, Will and Carson; and
	WHEREAS, Except for the years he devoted to serving his 
country, Mr. Adkisson was employed in sales and management with 
Sears from 1936 until his well-deserved retirement in 1977; 
moreover, this Paul Harris Fellow has been involved in Rotary 
International for 21 years through clubs in Athens, Waxahachie, and 
Wills Point, and he was honored as Rotarian of the Year in 1994 and 
in 2004; and
	WHEREAS, The birthday of Bob Adkisson provides a fitting 
opportunity to honor this esteemed Texan, who continues to 
contribute to his community and brighten the lives of all who know 
him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby warmly congratulate Bob Adkisson on his 90th 
birthday and extend to him warmest best wishes for continued 
happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for him as an expression of high regard by the Texas House 
of Representatives.