SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1017


In Memory

of

C. C. McNealy, Jr.

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Dallas in mourning the loss of Reverend Dr. C. C. McNealy, Jr.,
who died May 22, 2005, at the age of 68; and
	WHEREAS, Born July 2, 1936, in Bonham, Texas, Dr. McNealy 
served in the ministry for 46 years; he was pastor of the Greater 
El Bethel Baptist Church and a mainstay of the Dallas ecumenical 
community for 36 years; and
	WHEREAS, An accomplished scholar and theologian, Dr. McNealy
earned his doctoral degree in urban ministries at the Aspen 
Theological Seminary; he also held honorary doctoral degrees 
from The University of Texas at Arlington and the Union Baptist 
Theological Seminary in Birmingham, Alabama; and
	WHEREAS, A man of many accomplishments, Dr. McNealy was 
founding president and president emeritus of the Baptist Ministers
Conference of Dallas and served on the advisory board of the 
National Baptist Convention of America, Incorporated; he received
the Prince of Preachers award from the Interdenominational 
Ministerial Alliance; and
	WHEREAS, Under Dr. McNealy's inspirational leadership, the 
Greater El Bethel Baptist Church provided enlightenment, hope, 
and support to countless Christians; and
	WHEREAS, Dedicated to helping others, Dr. McNealy generously
devoted his time and energy to the needs of his congregation;


noted for his warmth and enthusiasm, he enriched the lives of all
who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted father and beloved pastor, 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 Reverend Dr. C. C. McNealy; 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 Dr. C. C. McNealy.
                                                                            West




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 24, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate