Bill Text: TX HR166 | 2021-2022 | 87th Legislature | Enrolled

Texas House Resolution 166 (Prior Session Legislation)

Bill Title: In memory of Norman Glynn Wells of Nacogdoches.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2021-03-18 - Reported enrolled [HR166 Detail]

Download: Texas-2021-HR166-Enrolled.html



	H.R. No. 166



	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Residents of Nacogdoches are mourning the loss of
	beloved former band leader Norman Glynn Wells, who passed away on
	February 3, 2021, at the age of 54; and
	WHEREAS, The son of Norman and Virgie Wells, Glynn Wells grew
	up in Lindale; he played in the band at Lindale High School and at
	Stephen F. Austin State University, where he earned both a
	bachelor's degree in music education and a master's degree in
	educational leadership; following a year in New Boston, he joined
	the Nacogdoches Independent School District in 1990; he led bands
	at Thomas J. Rusk Middle School for a decade and then became head
	director at Nacogdoches High School; and
	WHEREAS, Over the course of 18 years, Mr. Wells guided the
	Golden Dragon band to 15 Sweepstakes, and the ensemble marched in
	the 2008 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California; he
	raised funds to take the group to Hawaii twice to perform at
	patriotic programs, including an appearance with the Royal Navy
	Band; an exceptional mentor and role model, he instilled strong
	discipline and encouraged students to develop self-confidence and
	resolve, as well as a fuller understanding of the power of music; he
	was stern when necessary, but his wonderful sense of humor made hard
	work enjoyable, and the success of his students was always his
	greatest joy; during many summers, he supervised swim lessons and
	lifeguards at the Maroney Park pool, and young employees there
	benefited by his example of effective, caring management; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Wells leaves to cherish his memory his mother,
	Virgie Wells, his sister, Melissa Wells, his aunt, Joy Brown, and a
	host of friends, colleagues, and former students; he is also
	survived by his treasured canine companion, Sassy, a border collie
	presented to him by his band when he retired in 2018; and
	WHEREAS, Although Glynn Wells is sadly missed, the passage of
	time will only deepen appreciation for the important life lessons
	he taught, and he will forever hold a special place in the hearts of
	those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
	Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Norman Glynn Wells 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 House of
	Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Norman
	Glynn Wells.

	Clardy

	______________________________
	Speaker of the House

	I certify that H.R. No. 166 was unanimously adopted by a
	rising vote of the House on March 10, 2021.

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	Chief Clerk of the House