Bill Text: TX HR95 | 2015-2016 | 84th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: In memory of Samuel Johnson III of Laredo.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2015-03-02 - Reported enrolled [HR95 Detail]

Download: Texas-2015-HR95-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 95

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family, friends, and members of the Laredo community
were greatly saddened by the passing of native son Samuel Johnson
III on February 28, 2014, at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, Born on June 17, 1927, in The Gateway City, Samuel
Johnson was a successful businessman who led Johnson Bottling
Works, the company that was founded by his grandfather; in addition
to contributing to his hometown through his professional
accomplishments, this proud Texan consistently sang the praises of
Laredo as a city of great talent, culture, and endless
possibilities; and
WHEREAS, Affectionately known as "Mr. Theatre," he helped
establish, re-energize, and support a host of organizations
dedicated to the arts; among the groups that benefited from his
enthusiasm and efforts, whether from center stage or behind the
scenes, were the Laredo Little Theatre, the Webb County Heritage
Foundation, the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Laredo
Theater Guild International; and
WHEREAS, Samuel Johnson was an admired ambassador for the
city of Laredo and an inspiration to countless residents, and he
leaves behind a legacy that will continue to resonate for many years
to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Samuel Johnson III
and extend sincere condolences to all those 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 Samuel
Johnson III.
Raymond
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 95 was unanimously adopted by a rising
vote of the House on February 19, 2015.
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Chief Clerk of the House