SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 27
	In Memory
	of
	Brent Paul Marceaux
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
	citizens of Bay City in mourning the loss of Brent Paul Marceaux,
	who died May 6, 2021, at the age of 64; and
	WHEREAS, A native of Kaplan, Louisiana, Brent Marceaux was
	born on August 29, 1956; he became an esteemed public servant,
	and he led a fulfilling life that centered on his spiritual
	faith, his love of family, and his devotion to his community; and
	WHEREAS, Above all things, Brent cherished his family, and
	he and his beloved wife, Kim Howze Marceaux, raised their two
	children, Shawn Marceaux and Julie Marceaux Latson, by loving,
	generous example; a doting father, Brent eagerly attended his
	children's competitions and performances, and he took great joy
	in spoiling his four grandchildren, Fisher and Beatrice Marceaux
	and Wyatt and Hank Latson; and
	WHEREAS, Brent loved cooking for others and he was the
	successful owner of a popular catering business; he was famous
	for his trademark Cajun dishes, and he is said to have cooked for
	everyone in Bay City at least once as a volunteer at social
	gatherings and community fund-raisers and benefits; and
	WHEREAS, Brent also served the community in a number of
	civic leadership roles; he was a city councilman in Bay City, and
	he served on the boards of the Bay City Independent School
	District and the Holy Cross School; he was also a member of the
	Vestry of Saint Mark's Episcopal Church and a lifelong supporter
	of local sports organizations; and
	WHEREAS, A kind and gregarious gentleman, Brent Marceaux
	never met a stranger, and he always made sure his cherished
	friends and loved ones knew how much they meant to him; he was
	beloved by many, and he leaves behind memories that will long be
	treasured by all who were privileged to share in his life; now,
	therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
	condolences to the bereaved family of Brent Paul Marceaux; and,
	be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
	Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
	memory of Brent Marceaux.
	Kolkhorst
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on July 29, 2021, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate