TITLE: In memory of Robert Earl Burge.

SUMMARY: In memory of Robert Earl Burge.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The citizens of Alba lost an esteemed community leader with the passing of Robert Earl Burge on March 31, 2021, at the age of 80; and WHEREAS, Born in Mineola on February 28, 1941, Robert Burge was the son of J. H. and Lucile Burge; he was joined in matrimony to the former Saundra Seaton on August 6, 1960, and the couple shared a fulfilling union that spanned six decades; he took great pride in his 4 children, Ron, Mike, Steve, and Lisa, and with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Following his retirement from Tyler Pipe, Mr. Burge became a full-time rancher, a profession he truly loved; he was also active in his community, serving the city of Alba in a variety of leadership roles, including alderman, mayor, judge, and fire chief; in addition, he gave generously of his time and talents as president of the Alba-Golden Youth Foundation; and WHEREAS, Robert Burge made a meaningful difference in the lives of his loved ones and fellow citizens alike, and his contributions will be fondly remembered for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Robert Earl Burge and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Saundra Burge; to his children, Ron Burge and his wife, Leanna, Mike Burge, Steve Burge and his wife, Kristi, and Lisa Haisten and her husband, Ricky; to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and to his other 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 Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Robert Burge. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 23, 2021, by a rising vote.