TITLE: In memory of Donald Jean Hollier of Houston.

SUMMARY: In memory of Donald Jean Hollier of Houston.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends were deeply saddened by the passing of Donald Jean Hollier of Houston on December 24, 2024, at the age of 66; and WHEREAS, The son of Gerald Dominic and Sadie Mae Hollier, Don Hollier was born in Port Arthur on February 10, 1958, and he grew up with the companionship of his brother, Jerry; he graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1976, and in 1981, he earned a degree from Lamar University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hollier went on to enjoy a successful career as a private insurance auditor with RIS and its affiliates that spanned more than three decades and took him across the nation and abroad; and WHEREAS, Above all else, Mr. Hollier took great pride in his sons, Brendon and Cory, and with the passing years, he delighted in becoming "Poppy" to his grandson, Harrison; he looked forward to going on trips to Colorado each summer with his family; and WHEREAS, Although Don Hollier is greatly missed, memories of his generosity, his sense of humor, and his devotion to his family remain to comfort and inspire those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Donald Jean Hollier and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of his family: to his ex-wife and lifelong friend, Cathy Pellerin-Hollier; to his sons, Brendon Hollier and his wife, Amanda, and Cory Hollier and his wife, Kathryn; to his grandson, Harrison Hollier; and to his other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Don Hollier. Huffman President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2025, by a rising vote.