TITLE: In memory of Roy E. Kokel of Waco.

SUMMARY: In memory of Roy E. Kokel of Waco.

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WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Roy E. Kokel of Waco on February 20, 2011, at the age of 92; and WHEREAS, Born in Walburg on August 3, 1918, Mr. Kokel worked on the family farm as a youngster, picking cotton and raising hogs and White King pigeons; he served his country in the United States Air Force during World War II and worked on airplanes; after the war, he embarked on a career as a barber that spanned more than four decades, and he built a loyal clientele as co-owner of Diamond Point Barber Shop; and WHEREAS, Mr. Kokel shared a rewarding relationship with his wife, Flora, until her death in 2001; he was devoted to his son, Roy, and his daughter, Cindy, whom he nicknamed "Bird" after Lady Bird Johnson; as the years went by, he dedicated himself to his grandchildren as well, and he played an important role in the lives of other members of his extended family; his warm, friendly smile and many kind acts touched the hearts of innumerable people; a man of faith, he was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church; and WHEREAS, Although Roy Kokel is deeply missed, memories of his integrity, compassion, and steadfast love for his family remain to comfort and inspire those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Roy E. Kokel and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his daughter, Cindy Jensen, and her husband, Damian; to his son, Roy E. Kokel, Jr.; to his brother, Earnest Kokel, Jr.; to his five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Roy Kokel. Anderson of McLennan Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2288 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 30, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House