TITLE: In memory of George James Brown of Mount Pleasant.

SUMMARY: In memory of George James Brown of Mount Pleasant.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to a close with the passing of admired educator George James Brown of Mount Pleasant on December 30, 2023, at the age of 86; and WHEREAS, The son of Selma Leroy and Ethel Belle Brown, George Brown was born in Austin on September 16, 1937, and he grew up with the companionship of a sister, Cherie; he earned his bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Austin and his master's degree from Texas A&M University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Brown enjoyed a long and rewarding career in education, proudly serving numerous school districts as a teacher and coach; he went on to become the owner of Jackson Business College, a consultant for the Texas Education Agency, and the superintendent of Harts Bluff Independent School District, and he ultimately was appointed deputy executive director of the TEA Region 8 Education Service Center before retiring in 2001; co-founder of the Texas Rural Education Association and president of the National Rural Education Association, he championed the needs of students in rural communities; in addition, he was a member of the Texas Retired Teachers Association and served on its legislative committee; and WHEREAS, In 2004, Mr. Brown married his wife, Janice, and the couple shared a rewarding union that spanned nearly two decades; he took great joy in their blended family, which grew to include their six children, Kara, Keith, Kevin, Greg, Davey, and Mickey; over the years, he became a devoted grandfather to numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a man of faith, he found solace and strength in his Baptist beliefs; and WHEREAS, George Brown made contributions of lasting value through his tireless efforts in behalf of public education, and although he will be deeply missed, those he left behind will cherish their memories of his warmth, kindness, and compassion; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of George James Brown and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Janice Brown; to his children, Kara Campbell and her husband, Tracey, Keith Brown and his wife, Darlyn, Kevin Brown, Greg Lewis and his wife, Kim, Davey Lewis and his wife, Jessica, and Mickey Lewis and his wife, Katie; to his 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; and to his many 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of George Brown. Hefner Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 155 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 6, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House