TITLE: In memory of Clyde M. Magnuson, Sr., of Fort Worth.

SUMMARY: In memory of Clyde M. Magnuson, Sr., of Fort Worth.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Fort Worth in paying tribute to the life of Clyde M. Magnuson, Sr., who died February 9, 2013, at the age of 81; and WHEREAS, Clyde Magnuson was born on September 22, 1931, in National Mine, Michigan, and grew up in Republic, Michigan; he joined the United States Air Force in 1951, and while he was stationed at Goose Bay, Labrador, he met the love of his life and future wife, Clara; and WHEREAS, A courageous soldier and patriot, Mr. Magnuson fought in the Korean and Vietnam Wars and retired in 1972 with the rank of master sergeant; and WHEREAS, After his military service, he embarked on a career with All Saints Episcopal School and served as the school's grounds supervisor for 17 years; "Mr. Clyde," as the students called him, was beloved by the school's community and was honored with the Saint of the Year Award in 2009; and WHEREAS, Mr. Magnuson was a man of integrity and generosity who gave unselfishly of his time to others; he spent his retirement years traveling with his wife and enjoyed tending to his roses; he cherished the time he spent with his beloved children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, This exemplary gentleman will long be remembered for his positive attitude toward life, his amicable personality, and his deep-seated commitment to his friends and family; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Clyde M. Magnuson, Sr.; 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 Clyde Magnuson. Davis President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 5, 2013, by a rising vote.