TITLE: In memory of Keifer Marshall Jr.

SUMMARY: In memory of Keifer Marshall Jr.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Temple in mourning the loss of Keifer Marshall Jr., who died May 28, 2017, at the age of 91; and WHEREAS, Keifer Marshall was an exemplary citizen and civic leader who was greatly admired and respected in the Temple community for his commitment to public service and for his many achievements as a businessman; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marshall was a native of Temple and a 1942 graduate of Temple High School, where he was a standout athlete; he was attending The University of Texas on a football scholarship when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1944; and WHEREAS, He served the nation with distinction in the Pacific theater during World War II as a member of the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division; he was a participant in the battle of Iwo Jima, one of the key engagements of the war; and WHEREAS, After his military service, he returned home and completed his education; he and his fianc e, Sammie, were married on January 30, 1948, and they enjoyed many years of marriage together; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marshall had a long and successful career in the insurance industry, and he had a significant impact on his community as a public servant; he was a 10-year member of the Temple City Council and a two-term mayor; and WHEREAS, He also served as president of the Temple Chamber of Commerce, the Temple Industrial Foundation, and the State Highway 36 Association, and he was a founding member and president of the Temple Junior College Board of Regents; his many honors and accolades included the Drayton and Elizabeth McLane Community Achievement Award and recognition as a Distinguished Alumnus by the Temple Education Foundation; and WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave unselfishly to others, and his patriotism, his commitment to public service, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, He was devoted to his family, and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Keifer Marshall Jr.; 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 Keifer Marshall Jr. Buckingham President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 24, 2017, by a rising vote.