SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 475
 
  In Memory
  of
  Austin Theron Dixon
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
  citizens of Edgewood in mourning the loss of Austin Theron Dixon,
  who died February 19, 2007, at the age of 18; and
         WHEREAS, Austin Dixon was born October 20, 1988, in
  Corpus Christi to Don and Leslie Dixon; he moved with his family
  to Edgewood in 1994; and
         WHEREAS, Austin joined the Cub Scouts and became grand
  champion several times in the Pinewood Derby Races; he enjoyed
  fishing, hunting, and bow fishing, and was a certified scuba
  diver; and
         WHEREAS, Austin was a senior at Edgewood High School, where
  he was beloved by his classmates and was a member of the National
  Honor Society; a highly talented athlete, he was quarterback on
  the football team and was a pitcher on the baseball team; and
         WHEREAS, Austin played on three Texas Teenage Baseball
  League championship teams; in honor of his athletic accomplishments,
  he was named All County Pitcher and 2nd team All State All Academic
  in football for the 2006-2007 season; and
         WHEREAS, A young man of strength and courage who was noted
  for his generosity and sense of humor, Austin gave unselfishly
  to others, and his engaging personality, his enthusiasm, and his
  confident spirit will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
         WHEREAS, Austin was a devoted son and brother, and he leaves
  behind memories that will be cherished 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 Austin Dixon: his parents, Don and Leslie Poynter Dixon;
  his sister, Ashley; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Poynter
  and Virginia Dixon; 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 Austin Theron Dixon.
  Deuell
 
 
 
  ________________________________ 
      President of the Senate
   
      I hereby certify that the
  above Resolution was adopted by
  the Senate on March 14, 2007, by a
  rising vote.
 
 
 
  ________________________________ 
      Secretary of the Senate
 
 
 
  ________________________________ 
       Member, Texas Senate