H.R. No. 3178

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The 80th birthday of an esteemed Texan is indeed cause for celebration, and James Mitchell Jackson, Sr., of Galveston is marking that impressive milestone in his life on June 4, 2013; and

WHEREAS, Born on the island in 1933, James Jackson has been a dedicated member of the community all his life; on January 5, 1957, he was united in matrimony with his wife, Naomi, and together they became the parents of four children, Constance, Angela, James, and Nathan; today, they also enjoy a special relationship with their four grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, This dynamic Texan's career included notable tenures with Moody State School, Moody National Bank, and Galveston Wharf Company; following his retirement, he has remained active through his volunteer work with The Jesse Tree and CHRISTUS Our Daily Bread; also devoted to his faith, he attends St. Luke Baptist Church, where he enjoys the fellowship of other congregants each week; and

WHEREAS, Kind, generous, and hardworking, James Jackson is a source of inspiration to all who are fortunate enough to know him, and it is truly a pleasure to honor him for his accomplishments during 80 years of life well lived; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby honor James Mitchell Jackson, Sr., on his 80th birthday and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued happiness and good fortune; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Jackson as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Eiland

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 3178 was adopted by the House on May 27, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House