TITLE: In memory of Clifford Lawrence Barlow.

SUMMARY: In memory of Clifford Lawrence Barlow.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the passing of Clifford Lawrence Barlow of Mineola on July 2, 2017, at the age of 84; and WHEREAS, The son of Louise and Clifford Barlow, Larry Barlow was born in Mineola on December 2, 1932, and grew up with the companionship of his brother, Jay; after graduating from Mineola High School, he earned his bachelor's degree in geology at Southern Methodist University, where he was a member of the varsity golf team and Phi Delta Theta fraternity; he later attended graduate school at The University of Tulsa and also answered his nation's call to duty by serving as a fighter pilot in the United States Air Force; and WHEREAS, In 1958, Mr. Barlow began his career as a geologist at Oklahoma Natural Gas; six years later, he joined the Marion Corporation, and over the course of his tenure, he worked his way up from exploration manager to vice president of exploration; in 1970, he founded the Min-Tex Oil Corporation, and he continued to lead the company until the time of his death; he was a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, the Tulsa Geological Society, the Tulsa Association of Petroleum Landmen, and the Oklahoma City Association of Professional Landmen; and WHEREAS, Mr. Barlow and his wife, Jane, shared a rewarding marriage that spanned 35 years, and he was the proud father of two sons, Bradley and Buckley Barlow, and two stepchildren, Dana and Max Jones; he also took great delight in his five grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A lifetime member of the Southern Methodist University Alumni Association, Mr. Barlow was an ardent supporter of Mustang athletics; he maintained his love for golf throughout his life and enjoyed playing at courses across the country and around the world; and WHEREAS, Although Larry Barlow will be deeply missed, he has left his family and friends with countless cherished memories, and they will forever hold him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Clifford Lawrence Barlow and extend heartfelt sympathy to his family and many friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Larry Barlow. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 19, 2017, by a rising vote.