TITLE: In memory of Roy Leonard Grant Sr. of Houston.

SUMMARY: In memory of Roy Leonard Grant Sr. of Houston.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and friends of Roy Leonard Grant Sr. of Houston, who passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 85; and WHEREAS, Born in Chester on September 20, 1939, to Ezell Grant and Doris Wells, Roy Grant grew up with the companionship of two sisters, Gloria and Nelvia; he graduated from Chester High School, and he went on to enlist in the U.S. Army in 1969 and to complete a tour of duty in Germany; after concluding his military service, he worked as a pipefitter at the Goodyear Chemical plant for 35 years before retiring; and WHEREAS, In 1963, Mr. Grant exchanged vows with the love of his life, Bobbie Jean Grant, and the couple shared a rewarding marriage that spanned 54 years until her passing in 2017; Mr. Grant took great pride in his daughters, Cynthia, Barbara, and Bridgette, and his sons, Roy and Ira; with the passing years, he saw his treasured family grow to include 23 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Mr. Grant was involved in numerous organizations in Northeast Houston; his volunteer efforts included service as a member of the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now, as the commissioner of the East Houston Athletic Club, as president of Smokey Jasper Park, and as a board member for the East Houston Civic Club and the Lakewood Park Advisory Committee; his interest in civic affairs was also reflected in his work with State Representative Senfronia Thompson, U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, and other elected officials; and WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Roy Grant will forever remember his kindness, his leadership, and his service to his community, and his legacy will continue to be appreciated for many years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Roy Leonard Grant Sr. and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his daughters, Cynthia Grant and her husband, Clifford, Barbara Grant, and Bridgette Grant and her husband, Johnny; to his sons, Roy Leonard Grant Jr. and his wife, Placiel, and Ira Grant and his wife, Shanquetta; to his stepson, Willie Meeks, and his wife, Michelle; to his sister, Nelvia Jean Reese; to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and to his other 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 Roy Grant. Dutton Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 825 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 23, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House