TITLE: In memory of Joseph Lee Richmond.

SUMMARY: In memory of Joseph Lee Richmond.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Joseph Lee Richmond, who died February 22, 2015, at the age of 65; and WHEREAS, Joe Richmond was born on May 6, 1949, in Raton, New Mexico; he graduated from Tascosa High School in Amarillo in 1967 and went on to earn a degree in psychology from West Texas State University in 1972; and WHEREAS, Mr. Richmond moved to Austin in 1974 and began his long and productive career in transportation by serving as a shuttle bus driver for The University of Texas; during his service, he met Nancy Burkholder, and they married in 1977; they were blessed with two sons, Travis and Grant; and WHEREAS, He joined Capital Metro in 1985 and held a number of positions with the company, including that of liaison to The University of Texas; the university provided him with an office on the campus that he had grown to love, and he gained the experience he needed to develop into a recognized expert in his field; and WHEREAS, During his time in Austin, Joe Richmond took great pleasure in the city's vitality and its cultural offerings, notably its live music scene; he frequented such venues as the Armadillo World Headquarters, Antone's, and the Continental Club, and he enjoyed the performances of such iconic musicians as Willie Nelson, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Gary Clark Jr.; and WHEREAS, In 2001, he married Jennifer Kam, and the couple moved to Denton, where he served as director of transportation for the University of North Texas; after nearly a decade of exemplary service, he returned to Central Texas and served as director of Transportation Services at Texas State University; and WHEREAS, He was a man of many interests and talents who was noted for his engaging personality and the great joy he took in life, and his courage, his generous spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever 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 Joseph Lee Richmond; 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 Joseph Lee Richmond. Campbell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 4, 2015, by a rising vote.