79R19413 JNC-D
By: Anchia H.R. No. 2167
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Joseph L. LaManna of Oak Cliff is marking 20
years as chairman of Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians, Inc.,
on July 1, 2005; and
WHEREAS, Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians, Inc., a
not-for-profit organization, was established in 1983 with funds
garnered from the sale of Stevens Park Osteopathic Hospital; and
WHEREAS, Dr. LaManna was instrumental in the formation of
this outstanding endeavor, and under his able guidance, more than
$14 million has been donated to nonprofit agencies, schools,
organizations, and projects; and
WHEREAS, Embracing a mission to improve the health,
education, and welfare of his community, Dr. LaManna has worked to
enable programs for senior citizens, services for the physically
and mentally disabled, and health care for those in need; in his
role as chairman, he has also overseen the distribution of aid for
scholarships, police equipment, and fire safety and to build
playgrounds, parks, and libraries; and
WHEREAS, A respected longtime member of the South Dallas
community, this noted physician has enjoyed an exceptional career
of service to others; in 1951, he started a family practice in Oak
Cliff, and throughout his 50-year practice, Dr. LaManna exemplified
the highest qualities of the medical profession; and
WHEREAS, Joseph LaManna has touched countless lives in his
position as chairman of Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians,
Inc., and it is a pleasure to pay tribute to him as he celebrates two
decades of distinguished service; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Dr. Joseph L. LaManna on his 20th
anniversary as chairman of Dallas Southwest Osteopathic
Physicians, Inc., and extend to him sincere best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. LaManna as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.