Bill Text: TX SR320 | 2013-2014 | 83rd Legislature | Enrolled

Texas Senate Resolution 320 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: In memory of Eric D. Wallace of Marlin, College Station, and Bryan.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2013-02-26 - Reported enrolled [SR320 Detail]

Download: Texas-2013-SR320-Enrolled.html


	SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 320


	In Memory
	of
	Eric D. Wallace

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
	residents of Marlin, College Station, and Bryan as they mourn the
	loss of fallen hero Lieutenant Eric D. Wallace, who died in the
	line of duty on February 16, 2013, at the age of 36; and
	WHEREAS, This courageous firefighter, loving father, and
	dedicated community servant was a 13-year veteran of the Bryan
	Fire Department; and
	WHEREAS, Born June 24, 1976, in Washington, D.C.,
	Lieutenant Wallace grew up in Bremond, Texas, and graduated from
	high school in Iola; before his employment with the City of
	Bryan, he worked for Falls County Emergency Medical Services and
	served with the Marlin Volunteer Fire Department; and
	WHEREAS, Fighting fires and protecting others were
	responsibilities he cherished, and he lost his life while
	upholding those duties; he had previously been recognized for his
	valor and was honored by the 100 Club for his bravery while
	fighting a fire in 2009; he was also a leader of the Hazardous
	Materials Team and an instructor for the Citizen Fire Academy;
	and
	WHEREAS, Eric Wallace was a loving husband to his wife,
	Brandie, and a devoted father to their five children; he coached
	several sports in which his children participated, and he was a
	proud member of the Marlin Men's Civic Association, Marlin Lodge
	152 AF & AM, and International Association of Fire Fighters Local
	1203; and
	WHEREAS, This outstanding officer will long be revered for
	his commitment to his fellow citizens and his firefighting
	brethren, and he leaves behind memories that will be greatly
	cherished by his friends and family; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Lieutenant Eric D. Wallace; 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 Eric Wallace.
	Schwertner



		________________________________
		President of the Senate

		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 26, 2013,
		by a rising vote.



		________________________________
		Secretary of the Senate



		________________________________
		Member, Texas Senate