TITLE: In memory of Jimmy Adair of Sinton.

SUMMARY: In memory of Jimmy Adair of Sinton.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends are mourning the loss of Jimmy Adair of Sinton, who died on January 27, 2013, at the age of 82; and WHEREAS, Mr. Adair was born on August 26, 1930, in Hunt County; he began working in the pipeline business in 1957, and within seven years he had founded his own enterprise, the Tennessee Pipeline Construction Company; and WHEREAS, This dedicated entrepreneur was admired for his common sense and his problem-solving skills, and his effective leadership was a source of inspiration for his employees; and WHEREAS, He and his wife, Dottie, were strong supporters of the San Patricio County Junior Livestock Show, and their desire to help those in need was reflected in the assistance they provided to the Haven of Hope homeless shelter in San Antonio; Mr. Adair drew strength from his religious faith and relished spending time with his family, and he also took great pleasure in his hobbies, which included golf, snow skiing, and boating; and WHEREAS, Although Jimmy Adair will be deeply missed, he leaves behind a legacy that will long be treasured by all those who were privileged to share in his love and friendship; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Jimmy Adair and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his wife of 24 years, Dottie Adair; to his sons, Brad Adair and his wife, Judy, Matt Adair and his wife, Betty Sue, Preston Adair and his wife, Vicki, and Scott Magee and his wife, Jessica; to his grandchildren, Justin, Jimmy, Jerry, James, and Travis Adair, Bobbie Ann White, and Evalyn Bea Magee; to his five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews; and to his other relatives and many friends; 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 Jimmy Adair. Hunter Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 522 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 7, 2013. Chief Clerk of the House