Bill Text: TX HR767 | 2021-2022 | 87th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: In memory of John Edward Fortenberry of Valley View.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2021-05-03 - Reported enrolled [HR767 Detail]

Download: Texas-2021-HR767-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 767

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends were deeply saddened by the
passing of John Edward Fortenberry of Valley View on April 2, 2021,
at the age of 81; and
WHEREAS, The son of Sloan and Christine Fortenberry, John
Fortenberry was born on March 4, 1940, in Gainesville; this
patriotic American answered his nation's call to duty by enlisting
in the U.S. Army, and he went on to serve his community as the mayor
of Valley View; he was a valued congregant of Valley View United
Methodist Church for many years, as well as a member of Sigma Chi
Fraternity; moreover, he had a great passion for flying and was a
longtime pilot; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Fortenberry enjoyed the
love and support of his wife, Betty, with whom he shared a rewarding
marriage that spanned more than half a century; he was the proud
father of two daughters, Susan and Paige, and he had the pleasure of
seeing his family grow to include a beloved granddaughter,
Emmaline; and
WHEREAS, John Fortenberry was a devoted family man and a
significant asset to his community, and his commitment to his loved
ones and to Valley View will be remembered and admired for years to
come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of John Edward
Fortenberry 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 John
Fortenberry.
Spiller
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 767 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on April 30, 2021.
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Chief Clerk of the House