TITLE: In memory of George L. Cullum III.

SUMMARY: In memory of George L. Cullum III.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever treasure their memories of George L. Cullum III, who passed away on December 8, 2024, at the age of 68; and WHEREAS, George Cullum was born on April 9, 1956, to Janice S. Watson and George L. Cullum Jr., and he enjoyed the companionship of two younger siblings, Jean Ann and Troy; he was raised as a member of the Church of Christ, where he was baptized as a teenager; and WHEREAS, After high school, Mr. Cullum pursued a career in the funeral industry and graduated from mortuary school at the top of his class; he served as a funeral director for more than 25 years, during which time he offered comfort and support to hundreds of grieving families; and WHEREAS, This dynamic Texan was likewise well-respected for his work as a certified firearms instructor and as a Dallas County reserve sheriff's deputy; he was a skilled marksman, and he was sought after by many for his knowledge of firearms and gun safety; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Cullum enjoyed the love and support of his life partner of 24 years, Mary Beth Ashburn; the couple shared a deep appreciation for country music and music halls; Mr. Cullum was further blessed with two children, Kristin and Clinton, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins and a multitude of friends; and WHEREAS, Admired for his good humor and cowboy charm, George Cullum is deeply missed, and those who were privileged to know him will forever carry him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of George L. Cullum III and extend sincere sympathy to his family 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 George L. Cullum III. Button Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 756 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on June 1, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House