SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 739

In Memory

of

Lylian Berry, Jr.

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Lylian "Randy" Berry, Jr., who died March 11, 2013, at the age of 42; and

WHEREAS, Randy Berry was an exemplary citizen who was admired for his many achievements and his exceptional contributions to his community; and

WHEREAS, A veteran of the United States Air Force, he served his fellow citizens with distinction as a member of the Fort Worth Fire Department, where he was on the Swift Water Rescue team; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Berry was devoted to his daughters, Desiree and Dominique, and he was raising them as a single parent; he was noted for his willingness to help his neighbors and co-workers; and

WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave unselfishly to others, and his generous spirit and enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and

WHEREAS, Randy Berry was respected by all who knew him, 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, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Lylian Berry, Jr.; 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 Randy Berry.

Davis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2013, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate