SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 682
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Bob Perry
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
  citizens of Houston in mourning the loss of Bob Perry, who died
  April 13, 2013, at the age of 80; and
         WHEREAS, Bob Perry was born October 30, 1932, in Bosque
  County; he earned a degree from Baylor University and taught high
  school history before entering the construction and homebuilding
  business; he founded Perry Homes in 1968; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Perry was a well-known philanthropist who
  donated generously to such causes as caring for orphans in South
  and Central America, including the Casa Hogar orphanage in
  Matamoros; and
         WHEREAS, He was a major donor to conservative political
  candidates, campaigns, and political action committees; between
  2000 and 2010 alone, he gave some $66 million to groups in Texas
  and across the nation, notably Texans for Lawsuit Reform, the
  Swift Boat Veterans for Truth, the Economic Freedom Fund,
  American Crossroads, and Restore Our Future; and
         WHEREAS, A man of courage and unshakable principles, he
  gave generously to others, and his unfailing civility, his
  commitment to conservative causes, and his enthusiasm for living
  each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and
         WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband and father, and he leaves
  behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and
  friends; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
  Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
  family of Bob Perry; 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 Bob Perry.
 
  Taylor, Lucio, Patrick
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on April 16, 2013, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate