SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 68
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Wesley Taylor, Sr.
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
  commemorates the life of Wesley Taylor, Sr., who died June 21,
  2013, at the age of 90; and
         WHEREAS, Wesley Taylor was an exemplary citizen who was
  widely admired in his community for his many achievements; and
         WHEREAS, He was born June 10, 1923, in Grapeland, to Frank
  and Lauretta Taylor; a 1942 graduate of Crockett High School, he
  attended Texas Southern University, where he studied auto
  mechanics; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Taylor served the nation with distinction
  during World War II in the United States Army and rose to the rank
  of sergeant; he went on to enjoy a long and productive career as a
  self-employed construction worker; and
         WHEREAS, He married Jessie Mae West on June 28, 1947, and
  the couple enjoyed 66 years of marriage together; they raised
  four sons, Wesley, Jerry, Timothy, and Everett, and they were
  blessed with nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren;
  and
         WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
  gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
  counsel will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to
  share in his life; and
         WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
  grandfather, 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 Wesley Taylor, Sr.; 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 Wesley Taylor, Sr.
  Ellis
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on July 19, 2013, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate