SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 41
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Robert W. Stone
 
         WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Robert W. Stone of
  Tyler were deeply saddened by his death on October 11, 2023, at
  the age of 85; and
         WHEREAS, The son of Thomas and May Stone, Bob Stone was
  born on August 29, 1938, in Shreveport, Louisiana, and grew up
  with a brother, James; he graduated from Byrd High School with
  the Class of 1956 and continued his education at Tyler Junior
  College and Southern Methodist University; and
         WHEREAS, Joining the U.S. Marine Corps, Mr. Stone served
  stateside as a jet engine mechanic for six and a half years; he
  subsequently embarked on a successful banking career that
  spanned three decades and included tenures with Tyler Bank &
  Trust and Texas Heritage National Bank, and he later formed
  Global Mailing Service, Inc.; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Stone gave back to his community as president
  of the Tyler Jaycees and through his involvement in a number of
  organizations, such as the Cub Scouts, the Red Cross, and the East
  Texas Bass Association; a man of faith, he served on the vestry and
  church building fund for St. Francis Episcopal Church in Tyler; in
  recognition of his contributions to his fellow citizens, he
  received a number of honors, including the W. C. Windsor Award from
  the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Stone enjoyed a rewarding family life with
  his wife of 62 years, Judy, and his four sons, Robert, James,
  Richard, and Ronald, who preceded his father in death; with the
  passing years, Mr. Stone was blessed with eight grandchildren
  and seven great-grandchildren; and
         WHEREAS, Bob Stone lived a life that was rich in personal
  and professional achievements, and he will forever be a source of
  inspiration to those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
  of Robert W. Stone and extend heartfelt condolences to all who
  mourn his passing; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
  prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
  this day, it do so in memory of Bob Stone.
 
  Hughes
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on October 19, 2023, by
    a rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate