SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 77
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Robert Ellis
 
         WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with
  the passing of Robert Mirk Ellis of Friendswood on
  October 30, 2023, at the age of 80; and
         WHEREAS, Robert Ellis was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on May
  23, 1943; he earned a master's degree in business administration
  from the University of Dayton and began working in space life
  sciences in 1967, at a company then called Technology Inc.; later
  renamed Wyle Integrated Science and Engineering Group, the
  business worked with NASA to study the cardiovascular health of
  astronauts, and it grew to employ 1,300 people; he retired as
  group president after 45 years with the company; and
         WHEREAS, Blessed with a devoted family, Mr. Ellis shared a
  rewarding relationship with his wife, Mary, that spanned nearly
  47 years, and he took great pride in their four children, nine
  grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; and
         WHEREAS, A man of faith, Mr. Ellis was actively involved in
  his church, and he served as an administrator for many years; he
  was also a dedicated coach to his children's baseball teams, and
  in his leisure time, he enjoyed collecting cards and coins and
  tending to his garden, which included over 100 varieties of
  roses; and
         WHEREAS, Although Robert Ellis is deeply missed, he will
  forever be remembered with great admiration for his professional
  achievements and for the myriad ways he gave of himself to
  benefit others; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life
  of Robert Mirk Ellis and extend sincere 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 Robert Ellis.
 
  Nichols
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on November 5, 2023, by
    a rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate