TITLE: In memory of Charles Winfred Roberts of Katy.

SUMMARY: In memory of Charles Winfred Roberts of Katy.

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WHEREAS, The untimely death of Charles Winfred Roberts of Katy on January 13, 2017, at the age of 59, has brought a great loss to the family and many friends of this beloved gentleman; and WHEREAS, This compassionate Texan cared dearly for the animals that he was committed to rescuing, and his pets, which included six dogs and a horse, were like family to him; he devoted his life in retirement to volunteering with Rescued Pets Movement in the Heights, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing second chances to dogs and cats in need of homes; for over a year, he and his son Jared made the long trip to deliver dogs and cats scheduled for euthanasia from Houston to Colorado, where they might be adopted; Mr. Roberts was killed in an automobile accident while en route on one of these trips; and WHEREAS, Born in Dallas on May 29, 1957, Charles Roberts was the son of Charles and Helen Phillipo Roberts; a resident of the Katy area since 1993, he shared a fulfilling relationship with his cherished wife, Theresa Ann, and was the devoted father of four children, Shalia, Rhiannon, Brandon, and Jared; through the years, he took joy in welcoming into his family two grandchildren, Alexa and Maximus, and he was also a doting uncle and great-uncle; and WHEREAS, Mr. Roberts radiated warmth and generosity, winning the affection of everyone that he encountered, and he was fond of sharing his knowledge of politics, the military, and Texas and world history; moreover, he enjoyed watching Dallas Cowboys games with his daughter Rhiannon, along with traveling, playing the guitar, fishing, snorkeling, stargazing, and a host of other eclectic hobbies; and WHEREAS, Charles Roberts was a source of strength and inspiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing him, and although his loss is difficult to bear, his loved ones may find comfort in remembering the wonderful times that they shared with him and the integrity and kindness with which he lived; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Charles Winfred Roberts and extend sincere condolences to all those 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 Charles Roberts. Schofield Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 376 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on February 23, 2017. Chief Clerk of the House