TITLE: In memory of John J. Lewis of Violet.

SUMMARY: In memory of John J. Lewis of Violet.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of John J. Lewis of Violet on February 23, 2015, at the age of 76; and WHEREAS, The son of David and Sylvie Lewis, John Lewis was born in Sinton on August 10, 1938; a longtime resident of Violet, he made his living as a farmer in the Violet and Robstown communities for five decades; and WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan often delighted in the company of his loved ones and friends, and he was the proud father of a son, David; and WHEREAS, John Lewis led a life that was rich in the intangibles that matter most, and although he is deeply missed, he will forever be remembered with admiration and affection by all those who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of John J. Lewis and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his son, David Lewis; to his brothers, Tommy and Billy Mazza; and to his other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of John J. Lewis. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1155 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 19, 2015. Chief Clerk of the House