SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 132

In Memory

of

James R. Bryce, Jr.

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Corpus Christi in mourning the loss of James R. Bryce, Jr., who died January 15, 2007, at the age of 85; and

WHEREAS, James R. Bryce, Jr., was an educator and author; he was an accounting professor for many years at Del Mar College, where he was known for taking a sincere interest in his students and in their professional growth; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Bryce wrote and published several accounting and finance textbooks during his tenure at Del Mar College; he also wrote several books on other subjects, including Liaison Pilot, based on his correspondence and experiences during World War II; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Bryce will be remembered for his kindness and enthusiasm and for his conviviality and ability to bring people together; he gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and

WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, 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, 80th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of James R. Bryce, Jr.: his wife, Myrtle Mae; his son, Kim Bryce; his daughters, Heather Dawn Bryce and Holli Lisa Fry; his sister, Sibyl Jane Bryce Lipton; and his 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; 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 James R. Bryce, Jr. Hinojosa

________________________________

President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 30, 2007, by a rising vote.

________________________________

Secretary of the Senate

________________________________

Member, Texas Senate