SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 655

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Walter R. Dassdorf on the occasion of his 100th birthday; and

WHEREAS, This distinguished gentleman is well known for his wisdom and generosity of spirit, and he is a revered resident of the Terrace Retirement Community in Webster; and

WHEREAS, Walter Dassdorf was born July 12, 1913, in a log cabin in Jones Mills, Pennsylvania; he grew up in Pittsburgh, where he attended the innovative Schenley High School, and he went on to study at Carnegie Mellon University; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Dassdorf enjoyed a long and productive career with the Crucible Steel Company and retired in 1978; throughout his life, he has been much in demand by family and friends for his exceptional skills as an inventor, repairman, and locksmith, and he is noted for his creative woodworking projects; and

WHEREAS, In celebration of his birthday, friends and family are gathering on July 12, 2013, to congratulate him and share in this milestone in his life; a beloved and respected member of his community, he is known for his wide-ranging interests and ongoing educational efforts, his loyalty in friendship, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Walter R. Dassdorf on his many achievements and extend to him best wishes for an enjoyable and festive 100th birthday celebration; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Taylor

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 15, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate