TITLE: In memory of Joe Jean Murray of Texarkana.

SUMMARY: In memory of Joe Jean Murray of Texarkana.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends were deeply saddened by the passing of Joe Jean Murray of Texarkana on May 24, 2025, at the age of 84; and WHEREAS, Joe Murray was born in Bradley, Arkansas, on July 14, 1940; answering his nation's call to duty, he joined the United States Marine Corps Reserve and honorably served for 30 years; and WHEREAS, After returning to civilian life, Mr. Murray enjoyed a long and rewarding career as a state trooper with the Texas Department of Public Safety; he held a deep appreciation for nature, and he was an avid outdoorsman and hunter; and WHEREAS, Mr. Murray shared a fulfilling marriage with his wife, Virginia, that spanned more than six and a half decades before her passing; he took great pride in his sons, Coy and David, and over the years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include six grandchildren, Joe, Candace, Michael, Craig, Caleb, and Lindsey, and seven great-grandchildren, Kash, Sailor, Saige, Conrad, Hattie, Saoirse, and Ryland; and WHEREAS, Admired for his integrity, his adventurous spirit, and his devotion to his family, Joe Murray lived a caring and purposeful life, and he leaves behind a record of service that his loved ones can remember with pride; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Joe Jean Murray and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of his family: to his sons, Coy Murray and his wife, Wendy, and David Murray and his wife, Kim; to his grandchildren, Joe Steven Murray, Candace Ann Murray, Michael Cargile, Craig Murray, Caleb Murray, and Lindsey Upton; to his great-grandchildren, Kash, Sailor, and Saige Forga, Conrad, Hattie, and Saoirse Murray, and Ryland McAllum; 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 Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Joe Murray. 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.