SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 24

In Memory

of

Lance McLean

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Sergeant Lance McLean of the Hood County Sheriff's Office, who died in the line of duty June 29, 2013, at the age of 38; and

WHEREAS, Lance Allen McLean was born April 1, 1975, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Ricky and Joyce McLean; he married the love of his life, Katy Cryer, in 2002, and the couple was blessed with two children, Quinton Allen and Abigail Marie; and

WHEREAS, Sergeant McLean began his distinguished career in law enforcement in 2004 as a corrections officer with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office; he earned his peace officer's license in 2006 and remained in Hamilton County until 2008, when he joined the Hood County Sheriff's Office, where he rose quickly through the ranks and became a sergeant; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his regular duties as a patrol sergeant, he was a valued member of the county's special weapons and tactics team and proudly served on the honor guard; as an instructor and field training officer, he emphasized the importance of mutual support by personally demonstrating that he always had the back of his fellow officers; and

WHEREAS, Sergeant McLean was well known among his colleagues for his professionalism, his sense of humor, and his passion for helping others; he was an avid outdoorsman, golfer, and Texas Rangers fan, and he cherished the time he was able to spend with his large and loving extended family; and

WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave unselfishly to others, and his integrity, his commitment to public service, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in his life; and

WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband and father, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and countless friends; 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 Sergeant Lance McLean; 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 Sergeant Lance McLean. Birdwell, Fraser

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 9, 2013, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate

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Member, Texas Senate