SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 313

In Memory

of

Hugh Patrick Shovlin

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Hugh Patrick Shovlin, who died January 28, 2007, at the age of 83; and

WHEREAS, Pat Shovlin was born November 20, 1923; he served in the 1st Cavalry Division during World War II in the Philippines and Japan, where he was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge; and

WHEREAS, After he completed his undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University in 1945, Pat earned a law degree at The University of Texas School of Law; he then began practicing law with the firm of Birkhead, Beckmann, Stanard, Vance, and Wood; and

WHEREAS, Pat resumed his military service by joining the United States Army Reserve; he served with the 312th Logistical Command and the 321st Civil Affairs Group, where he served as commanding officer for four years; he retired with the rank of colonel in 1974 and was awarded the Legion of Merit; and

WHEREAS, Pat concluded his legal career in the United States Attorney's office, where he served as chief of the civil section; in 1975 he was appointed to serve as interim United States attorney of the Western District of Texas; and

WHEREAS, Following his retirement, Pat enjoyed spending more time on golf, travel, and Texas A&M University football; and

WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave generously to others, and his wisdom, kindness, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and

WHEREAS, Pat was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he will long be remembered with affection and admiration by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Hugh Patrick Shovlin: his loving wife of 51 years, Clara L. Shovlin; his daughters and sons-in-law, Samantha and Sean McCall, Christin and Michael Ellis, and Vicki and Scott Cox; his son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Nancy Shovlin; and his seven 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 Hugh Patrick Shovlin. Wentworth

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 21, 2007, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate