SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 809

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Wallace Lee Reynolds, Sr., on the occasion of his 75th birthday; and

WHEREAS, Wallace Reynolds was born May 11, 1938, in Georgia, the eldest of 12 brothers and sisters; he grew up in Bridgeton, New Jersey, and attended Bridgeton High School, where he was a standout football player and track athlete; and

WHEREAS, After high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served the country with distinction for 23 years at various postings around the nation and the world; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Reynolds went on to enjoy a fulfilling career of nearly two decades as executive director of support operations for a law firm based in Washington, D.C.; and

WHEREAS, He has been married to his high school sweetheart for more than 55 years; they raised four children and have been blessed with seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; he is active in his church and is still a formidable competitor on the racquetball court; and

WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of his community, he is noted for his courage, his compassion for others, 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 Wallace Lee Reynolds, Sr., on his many achievements and extend to him best wishes for a memorable 75th birthday celebration; and, be it further

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

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 1, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate