TITLE: In memory of Russell Mark Taylor.

SUMMARY: In memory of Russell Mark Taylor.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories of Russell Mark Taylor, who passed away on May 11, 2021, at the age of 80; and WHEREAS, The son of Margie Constance Bullock and Hugh Wilmette Taylor, Russell Taylor was born in Bloomington, Illinois, on June 4, 1940; he worked briefly in banking before embarking on a noteworthy career in the insurance industry that spanned more than six decades; an underwriter, educator, and consultant as well as an agent, he was employed by The Hartford and a number of other prominent companies before establishing his own consultancy, Risk Management Tactix, in 1991; he greatly enjoyed his profession and served as a director of the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas and as president of the Houston chapter, among a host of other leadership roles; his numerous accolades included the IIAT Outstanding Chairman Award; and WHEREAS, Mr. Taylor shared a fulfilling relationship of over 56 years with his wife, Gloria Lessner Taylor, and he took great pride in his daughter, Jill, and his granddaughter, Erin; he was also a loving brother to his siblings, Daniel and Patricia; over the years, he rescued many cats, who adored him; and WHEREAS, Sustained through all of life's challenges by a deep and abiding faith, Mr. Taylor was always ready to offer hope and comfort to others with a kind smile, wise words, or a Biblical reference; he was a valued member of The Woodlands Bible Church, where he served as an elder; and WHEREAS, Russell Taylor embraced life to the fullest, and his warmth, generosity, and optimism encouraged others to do the same; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Russell Mark Taylor 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 Russell Taylor. Swanson Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2038 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 31, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House