TITLE: Recognizing Nelson Richard Barrett on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Nelson Richard Barrett on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Nelson Richard Barrett on the occasion of his 90th birthday; and WHEREAS, Nelson Barrett was born on May 26, 1927, in Buffalo, New York; he became an Eagle Scout in 1942, and he graduated from high school in 1944 and participated in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps at Rutgers University; he enlisted in the United States Army, and he served in occupied Germany after the war before returning home and earning a degree from the University of Rochester; and WHEREAS, He went on to earn a law degree from the University of Buffalo in 1955, and he still maintains a license to practice law in New York; he moved to Texas in 1984, and he passed this state's bar examination in 2009 at the age of 82; and WHEREAS, Since 1967, Mr. Barrett has been a dedicated and active member of Rotary International; he has twice served as a Rotary chapter president and has hosted two Rotary exchange students; in 1969, he led a Rotary exchange group to Great Britain; he is an avid pilot, and over the years, he made numerous round trips between Texas and New York in his cherished Mooney aircraft; and WHEREAS, Nelson Barrett is noted for his strong faith, his indomitable spirit, and his sense of humor; he is a beloved and respected member of his community, who has lived through times and experienced events that many only know through history books; his life has given him a unique perspective on current events, and there is much to be learned from the wisdom he has gained over the years; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Nelson Richard Barrett on his many achievements and extend to him best wishes for a memorable 90th birthday celebration; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Schwertner President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 4, 2017.