SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 463


In Memory

of

John Glasrud Vaaler

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of San Antonio in mourning the loss of John Glasrud "Jack" Vaaler,
who died February 3, 2005, at the age of 76; and
	WHEREAS, Jack grew up in a large family in La Crosse, Wisconsin,
and graduated from Central High School, where he was active in 
athletics, music, and drama; he entered the United States Army in 
1946 and served his country for 26 years; and
	WHEREAS, Jack Vaaler retired from active duty in 1972 as a 
lieutenant colonel, having served in Panama, Brazil, Korea, 
Germany, and Vietnam and at 12 stateside military posts; he 
earned numerous medals and commendations, including the
Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal with Palm, 
Joint Service Commendation Medal, and three Vietnam service 
medals; and
	WHEREAS, He met famed golfer Chi Chi Rodriguez during 
officer candidate school at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and they 
developed a lifelong friendship; Jack combined his passion for 
golf with his desire for service and over the years raised 
thousands of dollars for charity by managing golf tournaments; 
and
	WHEREAS, He became an avid painter and was active in his 
church outreach ministry and choir; and
	WHEREAS, A highly respected gentleman and admired leader 
in the San Antonio community, Jack Vaaler lived an exemplary life 
of service and achievement, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued 
counsel will long be remembered by those who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and 
grandfather, 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 John Glasrud Vaaler:  his wife, Maryann Vaaler;
his daughter and son-in-law, Chayle and Doug Reeves; his sisters, 
Lois Zumberge, Nancy Murnane, Helen Molzahn, and Linda Rudrud; 
his brothers, Dick Vaaler, Tom Vaaler, and Chuck Vaaler; and his 
grandchildren, Tyler and Kristen Reeves; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared
for 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 John Glasrud Vaaler.
                                                                    Van de Putte




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 23, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate