87S21440 TBO-D
 
  By: White H.R. No. 120
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
  passing of George W. Atteberry of Woodville on August 3, 2021, at
  the age of 78; and
         WHEREAS, George Atteberry was born on July 9, 1943; answering
  his nation's call to duty, he joined the United States Air Force and
  went on to complete four tours in Vietnam; he ultimately retired
  from the military at the rank of tech sergeant after 22 years of
  dedicated service; and
         WHEREAS, Returning to civilian life, Mr. Atteberry worked as
  a corrections officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice
  for 15 years; a valued member of his community, he served with the
  Ivanhoe Volunteer Fire Department and the Warren Volunteer Fire
  Department, and he was later appointed fire marshal of the Tyler
  County emergency district; and
         WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Atteberry enjoyed the love
  and support of his wife, Antoinette, and he took great pride in his
  daughters, Shawnee and Nacole; with the passing years, he had the
  pleasure of welcoming into his family numerous grandchildren and
  great-grandchildren; and
         WHEREAS, Known for his kindness, wisdom, and strength of
  character, George Atteberry earned the respect and admiration of
  all who were fortunate enough to know him, and he leaves behind a
  legacy of service that his loved ones can remember with pride; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of
  George W. Atteberry and extend deepest condolences to the members
  of his family: to his wife, Antoinette Atteberry; to his daughters,
  Shawnee Lovin and Nacole Miller; to his brother, Kyle Atteberry; to
  his grandchildren, Kenneth Atteberry, Desiree Swenson, Alicia
  Atteberry, and Krysteena Brockman; to his nieces, nephews, and
  great-grandchildren; and to his other relatives and friends; and,
  be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
  Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of George
  Atteberry.