TITLE: In memory of Clarence William Muehlberger.

SUMMARY: In memory of Clarence William Muehlberger.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Wichita Falls in mourning the loss of Clarence William Muehlberger, who died May 22, 2014, at the age of 92; and WHEREAS, Clarence Muehlberger was born on May 31, 1921, in Wichita Falls; he graduated from Wichita Falls High School and earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from The University of Texas; and WHEREAS, After graduation, he served his country in the Pacific Theater during World War II as an officer in the United States Navy; he returned home to join his father and grandfather in running a family clothing business, Muehlberger's Menswear, which he guided through 30 years of growth and success; and WHEREAS, Mr. Muehlberger was inspired by the principles of his faith, and he served his community as an active member of numerous boards and organizations; he was dedicated to serving the Boy Scouts of America, was a master Mason, and served as an officer of the Wichita Falls Rotary Club; and WHEREAS, He is noted for the many years he worked diligently to improve transportation in North Texas; in 2001, he was awarded the Texas Road Hand Award for his efforts to bring an interstate to Wichita Falls; it is the highest honor the Texas Department of Transportation gives a private citizen; and WHEREAS, Clarence Muehlberger was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Clarence William Muehlberger; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Clarence Muehlberger. Estes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 2, 2015, by a rising vote.