SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 478

In Memory

of

John Andrew Collins

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of The Woodlands in mourning the loss of John Andrew Collins, who died March 8, 2009, at the age of 25; and

WHEREAS, John Andrew Collins was born in Houston on September 27, 1983; he attended Glen Loch Elementary School and Collins Intermediate School and graduated from The Woodlands High School in 2002; he was enrolled at Lone Star College; and

WHEREAS, He was a faithful and lifelong member of The Woodlands United Methodist Church, and he earned the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America Troop 772; and

WHEREAS, Andrew was a bright and thoughtful young man, and he enriched the lives of all who knew him with his love, his kindness, and his compassion for others; and

WHEREAS, A dearly loved son, grandson, and brother, Andrew brought great joy and happiness to his family, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever in their hearts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of John Andrew Collins: his parents, Cam and Kathy Collins; his brother, Austin Collins; and his grandparents, Paul and Matalee Smith, Carol Collins, and Violet Collins; 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 Andrew Collins.

Williams

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 19, 2009, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate