SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 754
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Floyd Simpson
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
  commemorates the life of Floyd Simpson, who died May 3, 2015, at
  the age of 51; and
         WHEREAS, Chief Floyd Simpson was a dedicated peace officer
  who devoted his life to making his community a safer and more just
  place; his courage, his ability to get people to work together, and
  his concern for the rights of all citizens were an inspiration to
  all those who were privileged to share in his life; and
         WHEREAS, Floyd Simpson was a native of Chicago; he earned a
  bachelor's degree from Western Illinois University and a master
  of business administration degree from Amber University; and
         WHEREAS, He served with distinction for 25 years as a
  member of the Dallas Police Department; he rose through the ranks
  to become assistant chief of police and commander of the city's
  patrol bureau and administrative bureau, where he was noted for
  his ability to manage contentious issues with sensitivity and
  consideration for all points of view; and
         WHEREAS, He left Dallas in 2012 to become chief of the Corpus
  Christi Police Department; he quickly earned respect in his new
  home for his tough stances on crime and aggressive drivers, and he
  was beloved by the community due to his compassion and his
  wholehearted embrace of the people of the city; and
         WHEREAS, Floyd Simpson was an inspiring leader in the field
  of law enforcement who brought out the best in others, and he was
  held in the highest regard by his colleagues and friends; and
         WHEREAS, He and his beloved wife, Tanya, enjoyed more than
  27 years of marriage together, and his four children were a
  source of much pride and joy for him; and
         WHEREAS, He was a man of strength and integrity who gave
  generously to others; he was always ready with a smile, and his
  warmth and his wise counsel 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
  countless friends; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
  Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
  family of Floyd Simpson; 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 Chief Floyd Simpson.
 
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    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 11, 2015, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate