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                                                                  H.R. No. 2055



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, A century of notable accomplishments, treasured 
memories, and happy times with family and dear friends is truly 
worth celebrating, and on May 11, 2005, Jack Griggs of Greenville 
commemorated this momentous occasion in his life; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Griggs credits his longevity to daily Bible 
study, prayer, and service to his fellow human beings; a 
cornerstone of his life, his faith is reflected in his long 
involvement with his church; he has been a loyal congregant of 
Wesley United Methodist Church since 1918, is a charter member of 
the ALR Sunday school class, held the office of treasurer for the 
District Methodist Men for two decades, and was a Methodist lay 
speaker; and
	WHEREAS, With his beloved wife, the late Faye Riley Griggs, 
he conducted a ministry distributing scripture pamphlets on the 
streets of Dallas, and his volunteerism also included efforts in 
behalf of the American Red Cross and making numerous Santa visits to 
children's homes; and
	WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Navy who served during World 
War II, he was employed for 46 years with First Greenville National 
Bank and for 10 years as bookkeeper for the Pythian Guest House, 
which is his current residence; and
	WHEREAS, He always enjoyed drawing cartoons and performing 
magic tricks and now delights in watching cartoons on television; 
he also finds inspiration in the verses from the 23rd Psalm; and
	WHEREAS, This red-letter birthday presents a fitting 
opportunity to honor an exceptional gentleman who has shared so 
much with others; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Jack Griggs on the joyous occasion 
of his 100th birthday and extend to him best wishes for continued 
happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Griggs as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                           Flynn

                                                  ______________________________
                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 2055 was adopted by the House on May 
26, 2005, by a non-record vote.

                                                  ______________________________
                                                     Chief Clerk of the House