Bill Text: TX SR271 | 2013-2014 | 83rd Legislature | Enrolled

Texas Senate Resolution 271 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: In memory of O. J. Blakey.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2013-02-25 - Reported enrolled [SR271 Detail]

Download: Texas-2013-SR271-Enrolled.html


	SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 271


	In Memory
	of
	O. J. Blakey

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of O. J. Blakey, who died January 27, 2013,
	at the age of 82; and
	WHEREAS, O. J. Blakey was born August 6, 1930, in Savoy;
	after his 1947 graduation from Savoy High School, he earned a
	bachelor's degree from East Texas State University and pursued
	postgraduate studies at Midwestern State University; and
	WHEREAS, He served the nation with distinction as a member
	of the United States Air Force in the Korean War; following his
	military service, he worked for 10 years as a civilian engineer
	at Shepard Air Force Base, where he focused his efforts on
	projects associated with satellites and the space race; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Blakey then embarked on a 31-year career with
	the company that became the Lockheed Martin Corporation; his work
	on numerous weapons programs played a role in the nation's safety
	and security during the Cold War; and
	WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
	daily life, Mr. Blakey was a longtime member of Tate Springs
	Baptist Church, where he served as deacon chairman, trustee,
	finance and drama committee member, and Sunday school and
	Vacation Bible School teacher; and
	WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
	gave unselfishly to others, and his generous spirit, his love of
	the outdoors, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the
	fullest will not be forgotten; and
	WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
	grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured
	forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of O. J. Blakey; 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 O. J. Blakey.
	Davis



		________________________________
		President of the Senate

		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 25, 2013,
		by a rising vote.



		________________________________
		Secretary of the Senate



		________________________________
		Member, Texas Senate