83R26740 JGH-D
 
  By: White H.R. No. 2077
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The passing of Howard Mason, Sr., of Silsbee on
  April 5, 2013, at the age of 72, has deeply saddened all those who
  knew and loved him; and
         WHEREAS, Known as "Jack" to his friends and family, Mr. Mason
  was a lifelong resident of Silsbee, where he worked as a carpenter
  until his retirement; and
         WHEREAS, Although Mr. Mason will be sorely missed, he will
  long be fondly remembered by those individuals whose lives were
  touched by his affection and friendship; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
  Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Howard Mason, Sr., and
  extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his
  sons, Howard Jack Mason, Jr., and Brian Mason; to his daughter,
  Jackie Mason; and to his two sisters, six grandchildren, and three
  great-grandchildren; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
  Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Howard
  "Jack" Mason, Sr.