TITLE: In memory of Christopher Ray Vardy.

SUMMARY: In memory of Christopher Ray Vardy.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Christopher Ray Vardy, who died February 11, 2021, at the age of 49; and WHEREAS, Chris Vardy was born on September 25, 1971, in Lubbock; he earned a degree from Frenship High School before going on to graduate from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's degree in business; and WHEREAS, While attending college, he met the love of his life, Tamara Neff, and the couple married on June 18, 1994; they were blessed with two sons, Brendan Earl Vardy and Christopher Neff Vardy, who were a source of much pride and joy for him; and WHEREAS, Mr. Vardy enjoyed a fulfilling professional career at InterConnect Wiring, where he was the contract administrator for the company's F-16 project; and WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his daily life, he was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth, where he was a dedicated volunteer for several of the church's ministries; and WHEREAS, A man of kindness and generosity, Chris had a warm smile and an infectious laugh that could light up a room; he was a devoted son, husband, and father, 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, 87th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Christopher Ray Vardy; 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 Chris Vardy. Springer President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 31, 2021, by a rising vote.