TITLE: In memory of George D. Thurman, Jr., of Dallas.

SUMMARY: In memory of George D. Thurman, Jr., of Dallas.

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WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and friends of George D. Thurman, Jr., of Dallas, who passed away on August 29, 2012, at the age of 85; and WHEREAS, Born in Del Rio on March 16, 1927, George Thurman was the son of Guida Bruce and George D. Thurman, Sr.; he graduated from Cotulla High School and subsequently served his country in the United States Navy; and WHEREAS, Mr. Thurman later continued his education, earning a degree from Texas A&I University, and he was employed in the insurance industry for three decades; known for his smile and firm handshake, he loved people; he also took great delight in nature and in spending time outdoors; and WHEREAS, Above all, Mr. Thurman treasured his family; he shared 54 years with his wife, Josephine, and he took great pride in their children, Laura Houston and her husband, Greg, and Mark Thurman and his wife, Angela, their grandchildren, Jon, Mark, Shannon, Haley, Megan, and Nick, and their great-grandchildren, Noah and James; and WHEREAS, George Thurman lived a caring and purposeful life, and he will always be remembered with great tenderness and affection; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of George D. Thurman, Jr., and extend sincere sympathy to his friends and loved ones; 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 D. Thurman, Jr. Sheets Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 867 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 27, 2013. Chief Clerk of the House