86R20242 GM-D
 
  By: Springer H.R. No. 956
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Ryon Rapert of the Callisburg Volunteer Fire
  Department was named a Volunteer Firefighter of the Year by the
  Cooke County Commissioners Court at a ceremony on January 22, 2018;
  and
         WHEREAS, Captain Rapert has been a volunteer firefighter for
  the past 11 years; formerly with the Gordonville VFD, he has served
  with the Callisburg VFD for two and a half years; in addition to his
  firefighting duties, he is employed as a truck driver for Bartel
  Redi-Mix; in all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of
  his wife, Renee, and he takes great pride in their two children,
  Colton and Christine; and
         WHEREAS, Ryon Rapert has demonstrated uncommon dedication,
  skill, and bravery as he has worked to protect the lives and
  property of his fellow citizens, and he is truly deserving of
  special recognition; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Ryon Rapert on his selection as a
  Volunteer Firefighter of the Year by the Cooke County Commissioners
  Court and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in
  his important work; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Rapert as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.