H.R. No. 123

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The Honorable Melvin Simons retired as justice of

the peace for Precinct 4 in Parker County on December 31, 2010,

having served with distinction for 12 years; and

WHEREAS, Judge Simons was first elected to his position in

1998, and he was repeatedly returned to office by the voters of his

district; as he concluded his service, he was the oldest sitting

justice of the peace in Texas; and

WHEREAS, This patriotic American was a member of the U.S.

Marines during World War II and saw duty in the battles for Peleliu

and Okinawa; and

WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Judge Simons enjoys the

love and support of his wife, Billye, and his children, Patti

Clinton, Sylvia Simons, and Terry Simons; Judge Simons and his wife

are active members of Hilltop Baptist Church, having been part of

the congregation since 1972; and

WHEREAS, The dedication and compassion demonstrated by Judge

Simons have positively influenced the lives of numerous

individuals, particularly the many young people who appeared before

his court; his accomplishments have made Parker County an even

better place to live and work, and he is greatly appreciated by the

residents that he has served so well; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas

Legislature hereby congratulate Judge Melvin Simons on his

retirement as justice of the peace for Precinct 4 of Parker County

and extend to him sincere appreciation for his exemplary public

service; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

prepared for Judge Simons as an expression of high regard by the

Texas House of Representatives.

King of Parker

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 123 was adopted by the House on March 22, 2011, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House