TITLE: In memory of Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr.

SUMMARY: In memory of Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr., who died April 17, 2013, at the age of 52; and WHEREAS, Kenny Luckey Harris was born November 21, 1960, in Killeen; a 1979 graduate of Crawford High School, he married his beloved wife, Holly, on October 13, 1984, and the couple was blessed with three sons, Jud, Jarrod, and Heath, who were a source of much pride and joy; and WHEREAS, Mr. Harris graduated from the Dallas Fire Academy in 1982 and began a fulfilling career of more than 31 years with the Dallas Fire Department, where he attained the rank of captain and was a member of the Dallas Fire Fighters Association Local 58; he also owned Harris Home Inspections and Construction with his family; and WHEREAS, Captain Harris, who lived in West, lost his life while responding to a devastating fire and explosion at the West fertilizer plant; he was not a member of the fire department in West and was off-duty at the time of the fire at the plant, but he rushed to the scene to help ensure the safety of the town's volunteer firefighters in dealing with a chemical fire; his bravery and quick action are a reflection of the spirit that guided his life and his career; and WHEREAS, Luckey Harris was a fun-loving, adventurous man who relished the time he spent aboard his boat with his family and who inspired those around him to become better people; he gave unselfishly to others, and his courage, his generous spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, A devoted son, husband, and father, he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and countless 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 Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr.; 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 Kenneth Luckey Harris, Jr. West President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 23, 2013, by a rising vote.