Bill Text: TX HR71 | 2023-2024 | 88th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: In memory of Willie Ray Powell Sr.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2023-03-10 - Reported enrolled [HR71 Detail]

Download: Texas-2023-HR71-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 71

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memories of a life well lived may help to comfort
those saddened by the passing of Willie Ray Powell Sr. on January 2,
2023, at the age of 77; and
WHEREAS, The son of George Powell and Mae Flower Urdy-Powell,
Willie Powell was born in Taylor on January 2, 1946; he graduated
from Davenport High School in 1964, and later that same year he
joined the U.S. Army, serving a tour of duty in the Vietnam War;
honorably discharged from active service in 1970, he joined the
Army National Guard two years later; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Powell went on to enjoy a successful career as a
mechanic, and he was recognized as one of the most trusted auto
mechanics in the Austin area; he was an expert at rebuilding engines
and transmissions, and he was generous with his extensive knowledge
and trained others on how to properly diagnose, service, and repair
vehicles; he retired in 1990; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Powell shared nearly five decades with his
beloved wife, Elaine, and he was the proud father of five children,
Dani, Davin, Willie, George, and Vincent; over the years, he had the
privilege of seeing his family grow to include two adopted
children, Anjeanette and Brendashai, five grandchildren, and three
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Although Willie Powell is deeply missed, those he
leaves behind will forever treasure their memories of his charm and
his bright, infectious smile; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Willie Ray Powell Sr.
and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of his family: to his
wife, Elaine Powell; to his children, Dani Dukes, Davin Dukes and
his wife, Jennifer, Willie Powell Jr., George Powell and his wife,
Dana, and Vincent Powell; to his adopted children, Anjeanette
Walker and Brendashai Powell; to his grandchildren, Carice Wilson,
Jaylon Dukes, Willie Ray Powell III, Jasmin Dukes, and Makiya
Powell; to his great-grandchildren, Romeo, Bryson, and Matthew; to
his brother, James Powell, and his wife, Liz; to his sisters, Marie
Fuller, Mary Aikens, Dovie Urdy, and Bertha Aikins; and to his many
other relatives and friends; 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 Willie
Powell.
Cole
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 71 was unanimously adopted by a rising
vote of the House on March 8, 2023.
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Chief Clerk of the House