SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 363
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Brett Aaron Aycock
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
  of Austin in mourning the loss of Brett Aaron Aycock, who died
  February 24, 2015, at the age of 33; and
         WHEREAS, Brett Aycock was born on June 7, 1981, in Oklahoma
  City; he moved to Austin as a young boy, and he attended Anderson
  High School, where he excelled in both academics and athletics;
  he began studying criminal justice at The University of Texas at
  Austin, but he was inspired to set a new course for his life after
  the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001; and
         WHEREAS, Sergeant Aycock enlisted in the United States
  Army in 2003 and served with distinction as a member of the
  Reconnaissance/Scout Platoon, Headquarters and Headquarters
  Company, 1st Battalion Airborne, 503rd Infantry Regiment; he
  completed air assault training in South Korea and was deployed to
  Kuwait and then to Iraq, where he was wounded in action while
  serving in Ramadi; he was decorated with a Purple Heart and was
  awarded a number of medals in honor of his courageous service,
  including the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement
  Medal, and a Combat Infantryman Badge; and
         WHEREAS, After his service, he managed large construction
  projects and worked as a consultant on military techniques and as
  an actor for the television production of "My Generation"; he
  also dedicated his time to serving as an advocate for his fellow
  veterans; and
         WHEREAS, He was a skilled artist and craftsman who was
  known for his many talents, his kind nature, and his engaging
  sense of humor; he was a true patriot and an American hero who was
  respected and admired by many, and he leaves behind memories that
  will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in his
  life; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
  Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
  family of Brett Aaron Aycock; 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 Brett Aaron Aycock.
  Watson
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on March 11, 2015, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate