TITLE: In memory of Tommie George Davis of Carthage.

SUMMARY: In memory of Tommie George Davis of Carthage.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close on May 15, 2025, with the passing of Tommie George Davis of Carthage at the age of 90; and WHEREAS, Tommie George Davis was born to Tom Rucks and Moselle Tiller Davis on September 13, 1934, in Shreveport, Louisiana, and he grew up in the rural community of Latex; he graduated from Carthage High School in 1953 and went on to earn a law degree from Baylor University in 1959; he then worked for Humble Oil and as an assistant district attorney before partnering with attorney Tom Bankhead in Carthage; he later established his own practice, specializing in oil and gas litigation until his retirement; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Davis enjoyed the love and support of his wife, the former Mary Lu Watkins, with whom he shared a fulfilling union that spanned 66 years; he took great pride in their daughters, Mary Ella and Leigh, and with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; in his leisure time, he liked going on bird hunting and fishing trips, listening to jazz, and meeting up with friends and family for weekly lunches; and WHEREAS, Although Tommie George Davis is deeply missed, he has left his loved ones with a wealth of memories that they will forever treasure; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Tommie George Davis and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Mary Lu Davis; to his daughters, Mary Ella Sherman and Leigh Davis; to his grandchildren, Robert Davis Sherman, Mary Elaine Finch, and Anna Kate Sherman; to his great-grandchildren, George Sherman, Isabelle Sherman, and Mary Belle Finch; to his cousins, Martha Anne, Lloyd, and Janis Tiller; to his special friend, Bubba Patterson; and to his other friends and relatives; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Tommie George Davis. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 15, 2025, by a rising vote.