TITLE: In memory of Fred Earl Bennett Jr. of Poteet.

SUMMARY: In memory of Fred Earl Bennett Jr. of Poteet.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories of Fred Earl Bennett Jr. of Poteet, who passed away on June 9, 2020, at the age of 77; and WHEREAS, The son of Mable Lynn and Fred Earl Bennett, Fred Bennett was born on February 23, 1943, in Greenville; he attended East Texas State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and sociology; and WHEREAS, A Vietnam veteran, Captain Bennett served in the U.S. Air Force for 23 years, receiving numerous medals and commendations before his retirement in 1989; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Bennett enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Lourdes Aviso Bennett, and he took great pride in his sons, Patrick and Robert, and six grandchildren, Amy, Sophia, Jack, Jason, Kaitlynne, and Ryder; and WHEREAS, Fred Bennett lived a life that was rich in personal and professional achievements, and he will forever be a source of inspiration to those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Fred Earl Bennett Jr. and extend sincere condolences to all 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 Fred Bennett. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2066 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 31, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House