TITLE: In memory of Joshua Daniel King of Weatherford.

SUMMARY: In memory of Joshua Daniel King of Weatherford.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The untimely passing of Joshua Daniel King of Weatherford on April 5, 2025, at the age of 37, has profoundly saddened the many people who loved him; and WHEREAS, Josh King was born in Fort Worth on December 29, 1987, to Phil and Terry King, and he was raised in Weatherford with his five sisters, Kristy, Sarah, Hannah, Mary, and Leah; he attended Trinity Christian Academy before obtaining a bachelor's degree in business from Dallas Baptist University, where he played tennis; he later earned a master's degree in business administration; and WHEREAS, A skilled businessman, Mr. King played a vital role in the growth of the national company Select Mat, and he further distinguished himself as its CEO and executive vice president; he also worked with Call Box and gained valuable experience during his time as a partner at Steergate Payment Solutions; in addition, he was a professional tennis coach with Four Seasons Hotels; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. King benefited from the support and affection of his wife, Sarah, with whom he shared a fulfilling union that spanned half a decade, and he was a devoted father to their daughter, Katelyn; he enjoyed pursuing hobbies such as fishing and pickleball, and he was an avid fan of the Texas Rangers; above all else, he treasured time spent with his family, which also included his 17 nieces and nephews; and WHEREAS, Mr. King drew strength from his deep faith, and he participated in the Cultivate men's Bible study group; he remained steadfast in his spiritual beliefs during his courageous battle with brain cancer, and he inspired all those around him through his resilience and determination, often reminding them that "God is not failing us. He is fulfilling His promises to us"; and WHEREAS, While his loss is difficult to bear, Josh King leaves behind numerous friends and loved ones whose lives are far richer for having known him, and he will always hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Joshua Daniel King and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Sarah King; to his daughter, Katelyn King; to his parents, State Senator Phil King and Terry King; to his grandmother, Barbara King; to his sisters, Kristy Moseley and her husband, Ric, Sarah Holt and her husband, Jacob, Hannah Jones and her husband, Daniel, Mary Haye and her husband, Austin, and Leah King; 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 Josh King. Bell of Montgomery Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1494 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on June 2, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House