TITLE: In memory of John Geoffrey Warburton.

SUMMARY: In memory of John Geoffrey Warburton.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of John Geoffrey Warburton, who died December 28, 2012, at the age of 65; and WHEREAS, Geoff Warburton was born in Harlingen and grew up in Brownsville; he earned a bachelor's degree in government at The University of Texas at Austin and a master's degree in history at The University of Texas--Pan American; and WHEREAS, He worked for a time as a teacher in Bryan and Brownsville before earning a law degree from the University of Houston and entering into a fulfilling 25-year career in the practice of law, during which he served the people of Brownsville as city attorney for 14 years; and WHEREAS, Mr. Warburton was active in his community as a member of the Brownsville Rotary Club and as a member of the Church of the Advent Episcopal; and WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, Geoff Warburton was beloved by many, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by all those who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of John Geoffrey Warburton; 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 Geoff Warburton. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 12, 2013, by a rising vote.