TITLE: In memory of Adolph Weldon Bannert Jr.

SUMMARY: In memory of Adolph Weldon Bannert Jr.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Adolph Weldon Bannert Jr., who died April 26, 2021, at the age of 86; and WHEREAS, Adolph Bannert was born in Gatesville on April 18, 1935; he grew up in Brownsville and Los Fresnos, and he graduated from Los Fresnos High School; and WHEREAS, Mr. Bannert settled in Los Fresnos in 1965; he shared a loving home with his late wife, Mary Lou Keillor Bannert, and together they owned and operated Adolph's Bannert Automotive for 35 years; he was blessed to find love again, and he later married Dolores Alvarado; and WHEREAS, Adolph cherished his church community and was guided in all things by his spiritual faith; he found great reward and fulfillment in his work, and after his retirement, he continued to enjoy his lifelong passion for automobiles by helping his friends and family members with automotive care; he gave generously of his time and talents to others, and he found joy in giving back to his beloved South Texas community; and WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Adolph Bannert was a respected and cherished member of the Los Fresnos community, and he leaves behind memories that will long be treasured 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 Adolph Weldon Bannert Jr.; 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 Adolph Bannert. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 17, 2021, by a rising vote.