SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 105


In Memory

of

Wesley Joel Canning

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of Friendswood in mourning the loss of Lance Corporal 
Wesley Joel Canning, who died November 10, 2004, at the age of 21,
while serving the United States of America in Operation Iraqi 
Freedom; and
	WHEREAS, Wesley Canning was assigned to the 2nd Assault 
Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary
Force; he was first deployed to Iraq during the initial invasion 
of Baghdad, returning to the United States almost five months 
later; and
	WHEREAS, This courageous soldier was deployed for a second 
tour of duty in Iraq on September 11, 2004; he was killed in enemy 
action in the Al Anbar province of Iraq during the drive on Fallujah
and was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart; and
	WHEREAS, Even prior to his graduation from Friendswood 
High School in 2002, Wesley dreamed of becoming a United States 
Marine and serving his country; he also hoped to retire from the 
Marines after a long and distinguished career and serve as a law 
enforcement officer in order to continue to protect the country 
he deeply loved; and
	WHEREAS, Wesley will long be remembered for his courage, 
integrity, and idealism, and the Texas Senate is honored to pay 
tribute to his life; and

	WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Wesley Joel Canning was a devoted 
husband, son, and brother, and he leaves behind memories that 
will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the 
bereaved family of Lance Corporal Wesley Joel Canning:  his wife,
Chayla; his parents, Joe and JoEllen Canning; his brother, 
Russell; his sisters, Anna, Liz, and Amanda; and his many other 
beloved relatives; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the family of Lance Corporal Wesley Joel Canning as an expression 
of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate
adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Wesley Joel Canning.
                                                                         Jackson




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 10, 2005, 
by a rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate