SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 839

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Richard E. Haynes Sr., who has been selected posthumously by Junior Achievement of Laredo for induction into the 2011 Laredo Business Hall of Fame; and

WHEREAS, Richard Haynes was a longtime successful Laredo lawyer who demonstrated a strong commitment to his family, friends, and community throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, In addition to maintaining a law practice, he was a member of the Laredo-Webb County Bar Association, the Rotary Daybreak Club, the Laredo Jaycees, Elk's Lodge, the Knights of Columbus, and numerous other civic, religious, and professional organizations; and

WHEREAS, He was active in commercial and residential real estate ventures and was one of the first major developers in South and East Laredo; he used his professional talent to assist those in need through his donations of time and resources; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Haynes gave generously to many different organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, SCAN, and Dr. Henry Cuellar's Youth Center; he was noted for his talent for coordinating local businesses and public entities in addition to his generosity and commitment to the betterment of the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby honor the late Richard E. Haynes Sr., who is now an inductee in the 2011 Laredo Business Hall of Fame, and express sincere appreciation for his outstanding accomplishments and for his exemplary service on behalf of the residents of Laredo; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in memory of Richard E. Haynes Sr.

Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 26, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate