This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 69) honoring Billy Daryl Pyron of Tyler, who died May 18, 2025, at age 85. It commemorates his life, including his career in commercial real estate, community involvement (e.g., founding Pyron Investments, supporting St. Jude Hospital), family ties (four children, six grandchildren), and personal interests. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate’s tribute to his legacy and extends condolences to his family, including his longtime companion Judith D. Elliott and his children. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or legislative effect.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 70), not a substantive bill. It honors Joe Jean Murray of Texarkana, a former Texas State Trooper and Marine Corps Reserve veteran who died on May 24, 2025, at age 84. The resolution formally pays tribute to his 30-year military service, career with the Texas Department of Public Safety, family life, and legacy of service. It directs the Texas Senate to extend sympathy to his family and adjourn in his memory.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 64), not a policy bill. It honors Charles Augustus Narramore of Longview, who died on July 20, 2025, at age 97. The resolution memorializes his life, noting his career as a steelworker, community involvement with Masonic Lodges, faith at Smyrna Methodist Church, and family. It extends condolences to his children, 25 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and other relatives without creating any new laws or affecting any policies.
This is a memorial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Dr. Arthur Steve Baker of Longview, Texas. It commemorates his life, dental career, 31 years of community service (including 30 years with the Great Texas Balloon Race), and dedication to family and faith. The resolution extends sympathy to his wife, children, siblings, and friends. The Texas Senate will observe a moment of remembrance upon adjournment as a tribute to his legacy.
This resolution (SR 51) is a ceremonial tribute honoring Barbara Harris Tolleson of Longview, Texas, who passed away on June 8, 2025. It commemorates her life, family, and community involvement by extending the Texas Senate's sympathy to her husband, children, grandchildren, and extended family. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or groups beyond this formal recognition.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 36), not a policy bill. It commemorates Calvin Eugene Grant, a Texarkana resident and U.S. Navy veteran who served nearly 30 years before retiring to Texarkana in 1996. The resolution honors his life, military service, church involvement, and family, extending sympathy to his wife, children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and friends. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is solely a symbolic tribute approved by the Texas Senate.
This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 62) honoring Kyle Richard Bough of Kilgore. It formally recognizes his life, military service, 65-year marriage to Elaine, and large family, including his five children, 15 grandchildren, and multiple generations of descendants. The resolution extends condolences to his family and directs the Texas Senate to adjourn in his memory. As a procedural memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on laws or regulations.
This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 29) honoring Amanda Dawn Wallace, a Tyler, Texas resident who died on February 6, 2025. The resolution memorializes her life, highlighting her family connections, career in dental hygiene, and dedication to her children, fiancé, and community. It extends condolences to her family - including her children, grandson, fiancé, and brother - and directs the Texas Senate to adjourn in her memory. As a purely symbolic resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 71) honoring Roscoe Daryll Bennett of Henderson, a former defense attorney who died on April 27, 2025. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's tribute to Bennett's life, career, and family, extending sympathy to his wife, children, and grandchildren. It does not create any policy changes or affect any laws, as it is solely a ceremonial gesture of remembrance. The Senate resolved to formally pay tribute to Bennett and adjourn in his memory.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 34) honoring the late James William "Bill" Bass Jr., a former Texas House member and 12th Court of Appeals justice who died on June 20, 2025. The resolution commemorates his life, career, and community service - including his work on the "Dirty Thirty" coalition and judicial roles - and extends condolences to his family. It does not create any policy changes or affect any laws, as it is purely a symbolic tribute by the Texas Senate. The resolution will be formally recorded and presented to his family.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 52) honoring Joel Dean Johnson of Longview, Texas. The resolution pays tribute to his life, highlighting his career in the shoe industry, musical contributions, community service, and family, and extends sympathy to his surviving family members including his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. It does not create new laws or policies, but serves as a formal expression of respect from the Texas Senate.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 53) honoring William David Dunlap of Longview, Texas, who passed away on June 29, 2025. The resolution pays tribute to his life, including his 64-year marriage to Polly, fatherhood to two daughters, community service with organizations like Habitat for Humanity, and his career as a purchasing agent. It extends condolences to his family - his wife, two daughters, granddaughter, and other relatives - and directs the Texas Senate to adjourn in his memory. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.
