SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 235

In Memory

of

Glen L. Rekeweg

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Glen L. Rekeweg, who died December 30, 2018, at the age of 78; and

WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and generous spirit, Glen Rekeweg was an exemplary citizen, and he inspired those who knew him through his commitment to service on behalf of his fellow man; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Rekeweg was a member of the Kingwood Volunteer Fire Department, and he also served as a member of the Atascocita Fire Department; he bravely managed the duties of a firefighter, and he was respected and admired by his colleagues and area citizens; and

WHEREAS, A devoted family man, Glen shared 29 years of marriage with Alice Rekeweg, and he was blessed with three children, James, Suzanne, and David, and with three grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Glen actively served the Republican Party at local, state, and national levels, and he was an avid ham radio operator; he was a longtime member of Christ the King Lutheran Church; and

WHEREAS, Glen Rekeweg was a beloved member of the community, 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, 86th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Glen L. Rekeweg; 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 Glen Rekeweg.

Creighton

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 4, 2019, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate