SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 36

In Memory

of

Calvin Grant

WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to a close with the passing of Calvin Eugene Grant of Texarkana on June 29, 2025, at the age of 81; and

WHEREAS, The son of Claudina and Roy Grant, Calvin Grant was born in Key West, Florida, on October 9, 1943, and he grew up with the companionship of a sister, Georgina; answering his nation's call to duty, he served in the U.S. Navy for nearly three decades before retiring at the rank of chief petty officer; he went on to enjoy a rewarding civilian career at Naval Station Treasure Island in San Francisco, California; and

WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Grant benefited from the love and support of his wife of 28 years, Geraldine; he took great pride in his four children, Robinne, Calvin, Jeffrey, and Michael, and he was a caring stepfather to his wife's two children, Cynthia and Leonard; with the passage of time, he had the pleasure of welcoming into his family four grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Grant retired to Texarkana in 1996, and he became an active member of Piney Grove Baptist Church; he was ordained as a deacon in 2004, and he further served the church as a Sunday school superintendent and teacher, maintenance director, and building renovation advisor; in February 2024, he joined Sacred Heart Catholic Church; and

WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family, his faith, and his country, Calvin Grant earned the lasting respect and admiration of all who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Calvin Eugene Grant and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Geraldine Hawkins-Grant; to his daughter, Robinne Grant; to his sons, Calvin Grant Jr., Jeffrey Grant and his wife, Traci, and Michael Grant; to his stepdaughter, Cynthia Stephens; to his stepson, Leonard Hawkins, and his husband, Jerald; to his grandchildren; and to his other relatives and many friends; 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 Calvin Grant.

Hughes

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 15, 2025, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate