87S11015 JGH-D
 
  By: Murr H.R. No. 29
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The thousands of deaths caused by COVID-19 in Texas
  have created a tremendous void in families, communities, and
  workplaces throughout the state; among those who lost their lives
  in the pandemic was Kenneth Russell, a dedicated and well-respected
  employee of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, who passed
  away on December 2, 2020, at the age of 84; and
         WHEREAS, Kenneth Russell joined the TDCJ at the age of 74 as a
  maintenance supervisor at the Smith Unit in Lamesa; he was a loving
  husband to his wife of 50 years, Patricia, and the proud father of
  six children, Jeff, Kerry, Steven, John, Sandy, and Allen; working
  well into his 80s, he outperformed many younger employees, and his
  enthusiasm and diligence endeared him to the facility's staff and
  its inmates; and
         WHEREAS, Kenneth Russell faithfully and ably performed his
  duties throughout his tenure with the Texas Department of Criminal
  Justice, and he will long be remembered with great admiration by all
  who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of
  Kenneth Russell and extend deepest sympathy to his family, friends,
  and colleagues; 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 Kenneth
  Russell.