TITLE: In memory of Olin "Cliff" Hand of Royse City.

SUMMARY: In memory of Olin "Cliff" Hand of Royse City.

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WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Olin Hand of Royse City on April 15, 2019, at the age of 83; and WHEREAS, The son of Howard and Anna Hand, "Cliff" Hand was born in Wichita Falls on October 12, 1935, and grew up with three siblings, Dale, Anna, and Walter; he earned an accounting degree from Texas Tech University in 1956, and he embarked on a career with Citgo Oil that would span almost 30 years, starting in the mail room and retiring as a senior systems analyst and programmer; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hand went on to build a working lavender farm, Purple Ranch, with his wife, June, with whom he shared more than six decades of rewarding marriage; he was the devoted father of four children, Diane, Sherry, Brenda, and Cliff, and he had the pleasure of welcoming into his treasured family four grandchildren, Rachel, David, Jacob, and Jon, and a great-grandchild, Will; and WHEREAS, Actively involved with his church, Mr. Hand was a man of deep faith; he was known for his wise counsel and dry sense of humor, and his hobbies included playing golf and fishing; and WHEREAS, Although Olin Hand is greatly missed, this beloved man has left his loved ones with many cherished memories, and he will forever hold a special place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Olin Hand of Royse City 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 Cliff Hand. Hefner Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1541 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 17, 2019. Chief Clerk of the House