SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1268
	In Memory
	of
	Kenneth Gary Vann
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of Sergeant Kenneth Gary Vann of the Bexar
	County Sheriff's Office, who died in the line of duty on May 28,
	2011, at the age of 48; and
	WHEREAS, Born November 2, 1962, Sergeant Kenneth Gary Vann
	was an exemplary law enforcement officer who was widely admired
	by fellow officers and civilians alike; and
	WHEREAS, Sergeant Vann was a veteran of nearly 25 years in
	the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, where he was known for his
	steadfast reliability and his dedication to the protection of his
	fellow citizens; he was recognized among his peers for his
	exemplary work ethic and his high standards, and he and his
	colleagues enjoyed a strong camaraderie based on years of
	mutually shared respect, trust, loyalty, and good humor; and
	WHEREAS, Sergeant Vann was devoted to his family and
	enjoyed spending time with them; he faithfully attended his
	children's activities, and he loved traveling across the country
	with his wife, Yvonne, in their motor home; and
	WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and generosity, he
	gave unselfishly to the citizens of Bexar County, and his
	determination, integrity, and enthusiasm for living each day to
	the fullest will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, A doting husband and father, he was an inspiration
	to others, and although he will be deeply missed by his family and
	countless friends, he will continue to live in their hearts and
	minds for years to come; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Kenneth Gary Vann: his wife, Yvonne Villarreal Vann;
	and his children, Rachael Michele Vann, Justin Michael Vann, and
	Kenneth Gary Vann, Jr.; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	him as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate,
	and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of
	Kenneth Gary Vann.
	Wentworth
	Birdwell Harris Rodriguez
	Carona Hegar Seliger
	Davis Hinojosa Shapiro
	Deuell Huffman Uresti
	Duncan Jackson Van de Putte
	Ellis Lucio Watson
	Eltife Nelson West
	Estes Nichols Whitmire
	Fraser Ogden Williams
	Gallegos Patrick 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 May 30, 2011, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate