79R18364 JNC-D

By:  Chisum                                                       H.R. No. 1931



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The passing of Fred Brook of Pampa on May 6, 2005, at 
the age of 86, has deeply saddened the family and friends of this 
fine Texan; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Brook was born on April 9, 1919, in Brooklyn, New 
York; a veteran of the U.S. Army, he served his country with 
distinction during World War II and went on to pursue a notable 
career as an engineer with Cabot Corporation; and
	WHEREAS, Married to Virginia Line for more than 45 years 
until her death, Mr. Brook was fortunate to find love a second time, 
and on February 14, 1993, he was united in matrimony with Olga 
Talbert; and
	WHEREAS, A respected resident of the Pampa community since 
1942, he was a former city manager and enjoyed participating in the 
local Masonic Lodge and Rotary Club, which he had served as 
president; in addition, this esteemed gentleman attended the First 
Baptist Church and was a member of the Khiva Shrine Temple of 
Amarillo and the Lubbock Scottish Rite Consistory; and
	WHEREAS, Fred Brook leaves behind a legacy of public service, 
professional accomplishments, and enriching camaraderie that will 
not soon be forgotten by those who were privileged to know him; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Fred Brook and extend 
deepest sympathy to the members of his family:  to his wife, Olga; 
to his sister, Catherine Griggs; and to his other relatives and many 
friends; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of 
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Fred Brook.