TITLE: In memory of Thomas G. Ratcliffe of Kerrville.

SUMMARY: In memory of Thomas G. Ratcliffe of Kerrville.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends are mourning the loss of Thomas G. Ratcliffe of Kerrville, who passed away on May 25, 2011, at the age of 79; and WHEREAS, A native of Houston, Tom Ratcliffe was born on October 16, 1931, and grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana; he graduated from Texas A&M University before serving in the U.S. Army, rising to the rank of captain; he went on to have a notable career that included employment with Tenneco and L. D. Brinkman; and WHEREAS, In 1979, Mr. Ratcliffe settled in the Hill Country; he enjoyed spending time on his land in Ingram, whether he was mowing, swimming, or fishing with his grandchildren; an active member of the Kerrville community, he shared his time with the local Performing Arts Society and the First Presbyterian Church, where he served his congregation as an elder; in addition, he generously supported his alma mater and Schreiner University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Ratcliffe enjoyed many years of marriage to the former Sara Eastwood, and they were blessed with three children, Scott, Dianne, and Rusty; after Mrs. Ratcliffe's death, he was fortunate enough to find love a second time, and in 2010 he married Barbara Joplin; and WHEREAS, Tom Ratcliffe led a life that was made rich through meaningful service and accomplishments, and he leaves behind a legacy that will long be treasured by all those who held him dear; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Thomas G. Ratcliffe and extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Barbara Joplin Ratcliffe; to his children, Scott Ratcliffe and his wife, Lori, Dianne Ratcliffe Brickner and her husband, Joe, and Rusty Ratcliffe and his wife, Carol; to his grandchildren, Noah, Lindsey, Rachel, and Jack Ratcliffe and Sara and Jacob Brickner; to his brother, John Ratcliffe, and his wife, Peggy; and to his other relatives and many 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 Thomas G. Ratcliffe. Hilderbran Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 51 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on June 28, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House