TITLE: In memory of John Edward Chase of Aledo.

SUMMARY: In memory of John Edward Chase of Aledo.

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WHEREAS, A life lived with joy and purpose drew to a close with the passing of John Edward Chase of Aledo on January 14, 2020, at the age of 73; and WHEREAS, Born on December 7, 1946, John Chase was the adopted son of Johnny and Margaret Burgoon, and he later took the name of his stepfather, Hubert L. Chase; he graduated from Paschal High School in 1964 and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Texas Tech University in 1969; and WHEREAS, Mr. Chase spent most of his career with the Texas Department of Transportation, and he worked for more than three decades in Fort Worth, where he designed bridges and supervised a team of engineers; an accomplished craftsman and machinist, he also operated his own carpentry and custom knife-making businesses; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Chase was blessed with the love and support of his wife, Pamela, with whom he shared a rewarding marriage of nearly 51 years; he was the devoted father of two sons, Brian and David, and he took great pride in his five grandchildren, Austin, Andrew, Caroline, Aby, and Ryan; a man of many interests, he enjoyed archery, target shooting, photography, art, and music, and he also delighted in spending time outdoors; moreover, he served as an elder at Trinity Bible Church, where he provided spiritual guidance to others through his shop ministry; and WHEREAS, John Chase possessed a generosity of spirit that expressed itself in myriad ways, and he enriched the lives of countless people with his warmth and kindness; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of John Edward Chase and extend heartfelt sympathy to his many 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of John Chase. King of Parker Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 95 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 10, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House