TITLE: In memory of Assistant Chief Jay Patrick Powell of the Lewisville Police Department.

SUMMARY: In memory of Assistant Chief Jay Patrick Powell of the Lewisville Police Department.

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WHEREAS, Citizens of Lewisville are mourning the loss of Jay Patrick Powell, the assistant chief of the city's police department, who passed away on January 6, 2023, at the age of 52; and WHEREAS, Jay Powell was born in Denton on March 7, 1970, to Pat and Rebecca Powell; he graduated from Denton High School in 1988, and he studied accounting at the University of North Texas, where he received a master's degree in 1993; and WHEREAS, In 1994, Mr. Powell embarked on his law enforcement career, achieving recognition as the valedictorian and distinguished recruit of his basic academy class with the Lewisville Police Department; rising to the rank of assistant police chief in 2014, he took on a broad range of duties and was charged with oversight of the Support Operations Bureau; moreover, he supervised officers in training, traffic, and criminal investigations, and he was also involved in departmental issues concerning personnel, budget, and community resources; and WHEREAS, During his nearly three-decade-long career with the Lewisville force, Assistant Chief Powell earned a reputation for his bravery and integrity and for his willingness to come to the aid of anyone in need; a graduate of the FBI National Academy, he was widely respected, and he was honored with multiple service awards over the course of his tenure; and WHEREAS, Mr. Powell and his wife, Rhonda, shared a rewarding marriage that spanned more than a quarter century; a lifelong resident of Denton, he entertained throngs of trick-or-treaters every year with his elaborate Halloween displays and costumes; and WHEREAS, A devoted public servant, Jay Powell made a meaningful difference in the lives of all those who had the privilege of knowing him, and he leaves behind a record of service that his loved ones can remember with pride; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Assistant Chief Jay Patrick Powell of the Lewisville Police Department and extend heartfelt sympathy to all who mourn his passing; 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 Jay Powell. Thimesch Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1096 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 20, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House