SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 432
	In Memory
	of
	Arthur George Patterson
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of Arthur George "Pat" Patterson, who died
	February 28, 2011, at the age of 81; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Patterson was the last surviving member of the
	rescue team that responded to the deadly fire at the State
	Capitol on February 6, 1983; he served the state with great honor
	and distinction as a Capitol Security Police Officer from 1975 to
	1991 and as a member of the Texas Department of Public Safety; and
	WHEREAS, During the course of the fire, Mr. Patterson
	braved smoke and flames to help rescue fellow officer Joel
	Quintanilla, who had been injured while attempting to save people
	trapped by the blaze; his bravery and dedication to duty set an
	enduring example for all who aspire to serve the public good; and
	WHEREAS, Pat Patterson was born June 6, 1929, to Tommy and
	Edna Patterson; he was an exemplary citizen who was admired and
	respected in his community for his integrity and courage; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Patterson was a devoted husband, father, and
	grandfather and was beloved by his family and friends, who will
	long cherish the memories of his life and his many
	accomplishments; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Arthur George Patterson: his children, George Patterson,
	Brenda Smith, Sandra Patterson, Karla Larson, and Cindy Patterson;
	his sister, Clara Young; and his 18 grandchildren, 35
	great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; 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 Arthur George "Pat" Patterson.
	Fraser
	Birdwell Hegar Seliger
	Carona Hinojosa Shapiro
	Davis Huffman Uresti
	Deuell Jackson Van de Putte
	Duncan Lucio Watson
	Ellis Nelson Wentworth
	Eltife Nichols West
	Estes Ogden Whitmire
	Gallegos Patrick Williams
	Harris Rodriguez Zaffirini
	Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on March 2, 2011, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate