Bill Text: TX SR653 | 2025-2026 | 89th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: In memory of Gene Welch of Wake Village.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2025-05-31 - Reported enrolled [SR653 Detail]

Download: Texas-2025-SR653-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 653
In Memory
of
Gene Welch
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close on
April 11, 2025, with the passing of Gene Welch of Wake Village at
the age of 90; and
WHEREAS, Gene Welch was born to Clyde and Dorothy Welch on
October 19, 1934, in Rolla, Missouri, and grew up sharing in the
companionship of his two sisters, Patricia and Sharon; at the age
of 14, he embarked on a successful career as a truck driver, and
he continued to work in the industry until his passing; and
WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Welch
served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War; after
returning to civilian life, he maintained his connection with the
military as president of the Korean War Veterans Association and
as a member of the VFW and the American Legion; and
WHEREAS, Valuing family above all else, Mr. Welch shared a
rewarding marriage with his wife, Martha, that spanned 67 years,
and he took great pride in their children, Mitch, Don, and
Kimberly; through the years, he had the pleasure of seeing his
family grow to include numerous grandchildren and
great-grandchildren; in his leisure hours, he enjoyed watching
the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers and taking part in outdoor
activities such as hunting, fishing, and camping; and
WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family, his faith, and his
country, Gene Welch earned the lasting respect and admiration of
all who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Gene Welch and
extend sincere condolences to his relatives and friends; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Gene Welch.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 31, 2025, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate