86R32657 BPG-D
 
  By: White H.R. No. 1599
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The 100th birthday of an esteemed Texan is truly
  cause for celebration, and William Howard Townsend is marking this
  momentous occasion in his life on June 10, 2019; and
         WHEREAS, Born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, in 1919, Mr. Townsend
  came of age during World War II and served his country in the
  U.S. Army; he participated in the Rhineland and Central Europe
  campaigns, and he was awarded two Bronze Stars, as well as a Good
  Conduct Medal; and
         WHEREAS, After returning to civilian life, Mr. Townsend
  worked for the Arkansas Power and Light Company in his hometown; he
  went on to serve during the Korean War as a member of the Enlisted
  Reserve Corps; he was stationed at Fort Hood and rose to the rank of
  master sergeant; and
         WHEREAS, Members of the Greatest Generation are among the
  Lone Star State's most valuable resources, and their wisdom and
  experience immeasurably enrich the lives of their fellow citizens;
  and
         WHEREAS, William Townsend has witnessed a panorama of change
  over the course of a historic century, and he has not only bravely
  served his nation but has also met the challenges and opportunities
  of a long life with grace and fortitude, and in so doing, he has
  earned the respect and admiration of all who are fortunate enough to
  know him; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate William Howard Townsend on the
  occasion of his 100th birthday and extend to him sincere best wishes
  for continued happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Townsend as an expression of high regard by the
  Texas House of Representatives.