TITLE: In memory of Robert L. Marquardt.

SUMMARY: In memory of Robert L. Marquardt.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and pays tribute to the life of philanthropist and entrepreneur Robert L. Marquardt, who died January 14, 2012, at the age of 86; and WHEREAS, Born December 25, 1925, in Dayton, Ohio, Robert Marquardt was enterprising, even as a child; the future founder of Management and Training Corporation launched several neighborhood businesses as a youngster, and that work ethic served him well throughout his life; and WHEREAS, During World War II, Mr. Marquardt was a midshipman for the United States Merchant Marine and the United States Navy; he attained a bachelor of arts degree from Denison University and, later, a master's degree in business and a doctoral degree in business management; in 1960, he joined Thiokol Chemical Corporation as marketing director; and WHEREAS, At Thiokol, Mr. Marquardt helped create an education division and encouraged the company to work with the federal Department of Labor in operating Job Corps Centers; in 1980, he parlayed this experience into his own business, founding Management and Training Corporation; today, the firm employs some 9,200 people, is the largest operator of Job Corps Centers in the country, and is the nation's third-largest operator of private correctional institutions; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marquardt also found time for philanthropy and good works; his efforts were instrumental to many community projects and initiatives, including the Beus Pond Nature Park, the George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park, and the Ogden River Parkway; he also enjoyed landscaping, deep-sea fishing, writing, drawing, and long-distance running; and WHEREAS, Survived by his wife of 23 years, Annette, and two children and several grandchildren, Mr. Marquardt leaves behind many fond memories that will long be cherished by those who knew him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Robert L. Marquardt; 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 Robert Marquardt. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 30, 2013, by a rising vote.