SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 286


In Memory

of

Walter Curtis Webb, Sr.


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens 
of Houston in mourning the loss of Walter Curtis Webb, Sr., who 
died February 22, 2005, at the age of 70; and
	WHEREAS, Walter Webb was born on January 11, 1934, in 
Bryan, and he attended school in the Bryan Independent School 
District; he worked for American Bakeries and retired after 35 
years of exemplary service; and
	WHEREAS, A devout Christian, he was baptized at an early 
age at Wayman Chapel African American Episcopal Church; he was 
married to Lula Harris Webb for 44 years and the couple had seven 
children; and
	WHEREAS, A distinguished gentleman, Walter was known for 
his reliability and his generosity toward others, and his wisdom, 
warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who 
knew him; and
	WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband and father, 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 Walter Curtis Webb, Sr.:  his wife, Lula Harris Webb;
his son, Walter Curtis Webb, Jr.; and his daughters, Donna Harris, 
Glenda Williams, Beverly Glover, Connie Jenkins, and Sabrina Lewis;
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of his family as an expression of deepest sympathy 
from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this 
day, it do so in memory of Walter Curtis Webb, Sr.
                                                                        Whitmire




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 2, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate