TITLE: In memory of Edward Andrew Bennett Jr. of Holly Lake Ranch.

SUMMARY: In memory of Edward Andrew Bennett Jr. of Holly Lake Ranch.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The certain knowledge of a life well lived may comfort those saddened by the passing of Edward Andrew Bennett Jr. of Holly Lake Ranch on January 8, 2015, at the age of 82; and WHEREAS, Born on Valentine's Day 1932 in San Antonio, Ed Bennett was the only child of Edward Bennett Sr. and Louise LaFitte Bennett; he moved with his family to Houston and later to Waco, where he graduated from high school in 1949; and WHEREAS, A registered professional engineer, Mr. Bennett received a degree in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University in 1953 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army artillery before earning his master's degree in Austin; and WHEREAS, Mr. Bennett enjoyed a notable career as GSI's manager for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East before serving as president of GEO Space in Houston; he retired following 25 years as owner and operator of Texas Air Management, an HVAC contracting company; and WHEREAS, Active in his community, this esteemed gentleman served as a trustee for the Harmony Independent School District, Lamb & Lion Ministries, and Holly Tree Chapel, where he and his family were longtime congregants; and WHEREAS, Although Ed Bennett will be deeply missed, cherished memories of time spent in his company will long endure in the hearts of his family and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Edward Andrew Bennett Jr. and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his wife of 40 years, Bettysu Longley Bennett; to his daughter, Jacqueline Bennett; to his son, Brent Northcutt, and his wife, Michelle; to his granddaughters, Madison Marie and Morgan Marie Northcutt; and to his other relatives and 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 Edward Andrew Bennett Jr. Hughes Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2087 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 21, 2015. Chief Clerk of the House