TITLE: In memory of Kenneth Ray Morrison.

SUMMARY: In memory of Kenneth Ray Morrison.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A life filled with happy times and meaningful achievements drew to a close with the passing of Kenneth Ray Morrison on June 9, 2016, at the age of 70; and WHEREAS, The son of Pearl Lee and Oswald Lee Morrison, Kenneth Morrison distinguished himself in his business career and was a devoted family man; he took great pride in his son, Kenny Ray, and his daughter, Devrry, delighting in their athletic accomplishments and spending many hours helping them achieve their goals; and WHEREAS, Mr. Morrison shared a fulfilling marriage of 10 years with his wife, Glenda; in later years, he knew the joy of becoming a doting grandfather to Brock and Brody Mitchell, and he enjoyed treating them to s'mores and fireworks and teaching them to shoot; he was an avid outdoorsman and even traveled to South Africa to hunt kudu and blue wildebeest; at home, he was famous for his country cooking and specialized in lavish breakfasts; and WHEREAS, A man of faith, Mr. Morrison was very active in First United Methodist Church in Dayton; he sang in the choir and gave generously of his time and talents to benefit the congregation and the community; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Morrison is deeply missed by those he left behind, but they will forever cherish their memories of time spent in his company; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Kenneth Ray Morrison and extend sincere condolences to his 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 Kenneth Morrison. Huberty Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2641 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 28, 2017. Chief Clerk of the House