SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1

In Memory

of

Eric Seymour Reed

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Eric Seymour Reed, who died June 8, 2013, at the age of 54; and

WHEREAS, Eric Reed was born in El Paso on August 27, 1958; he became a well-known leader in the El Paso community as a prominent advocate for the rights of people with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, He was a former advocacy coordinator for the Volar Center for Independent Living and was a member of its board, and he was a member of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities; and

WHEREAS, He worked in collaboration with other leaders to pass the first city ordinance in the nation prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities; he received the El Conquistador Award and numerous other meritorious service awards for his outstanding citizenship and volunteerism; and

WHEREAS, Eric was a man of strong character and high standards, and his courageous attitude toward life was inspirational to others; he was a generous, kindhearted person who was respected in the community for his leadership and his exceptional accomplishments; and

WHEREAS, Eric Reed was beloved by many, and he will long be remembered with affection and appreciation by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Eric Seymour Reed; 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 Eric Reed.

Rodriguez

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 1, 2013, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate