TITLE: In memory of Billy J. Morton.

SUMMARY: In memory of Billy J. Morton.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Billy J. Morton, who died January 12, 2015, at the age of 82; and WHEREAS, Billy Morton was born on June 28, 1932, in Dallas, to Jimmie and Ida Morton; he served the nation with distinction in the United States Navy; and WHEREAS, He married Patricia Rose McEnrue in 1952, and they enjoyed more than 62 years of marriage together; they raised four children, Michael, Vicky, Matthew, and Patti, and were blessed with four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Mr. Morton had a longtime successful career in the oil field industry; he served as a plant foreman with the Magna Corporation and later retired from his position with Bolt Fuel Oil Company, Incorporated; and WHEREAS, He was a man of courage and strength who gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom and valued counsel will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Billy J. Morton; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Billy Morton. Ellis President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 9, 2015, by a rising vote.