TITLE: In memory of Johnny Douglas Carnes of Harker Heights.

SUMMARY: In memory of Johnny Douglas Carnes of Harker Heights.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The life of an esteemed coach and teacher drew to a close with the passing of Johnny Douglas Carnes of Harker Heights on March 13, 2021, at the age of 81; and WHEREAS, Johnny Carnes was born in Brownwood on February 18, 1940, to Richard and Virginia Carnes and grew up with two siblings, Martha Jane and Richard; he graduated from Brownwood High School and went on to earn a degree at Howard Payne University; answering his nation's call to duty, he enlisted in the military at age 16 and later completed U.S. Army Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia; he was assigned as the unit commander for Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, and ultimately served his country for over a quarter century, retiring at the rank of major; and WHEREAS, A dedicated educator, Mr. Carnes taught for 31 years, working at schools in Waco, Manor, and Killeen; he earned great acclaim as a coach, guiding the Killeen High School boys' track squad to its inaugural state crown in 1978 and the football team to the 1991 state championship; at Killeen Ellison High School, he transformed the track program, helping the team to win numerous district and regional titles; he was named the 1978 Track Coach of the Year by the Texas Sports Writers Association, and in 1991 he received a 25-year membership plaque and a Career Victories Award from the Texas High School Coaches Association; and WHEREAS, Mr. Carnes exchanged vows with the former Sherry Vogel in 1961, and the couple shared a rewarding marriage that spanned nearly six decades; he took great pride in his two daughters, Michelle and Jennifer, as well as his three grandchildren, Jenna, Shelby, and Mason; he and Sherry enjoyed going on cruises and taking other travel trips, and he also pursued his passions for playing golf, fishing, watching John Wayne movies, and collecting arrowheads; moreover, he excelled at designing jewelry and making birdhouses and furniture; he faithfully attended First United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, With his generosity and unfailing kindness, Johnny Carnes made a positive difference in many lives, and those who were fortunate enough to have known him will forever hold him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Johnny Douglas Carnes and extend deepest condolences to his relatives and many 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 Johnny Carnes. Buckley Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 771 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 30, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House