TITLE: In memory of Roy Vincent "Andy" Anderson of Texarkana.

SUMMARY: In memory of Roy Vincent "Andy" Anderson of Texarkana.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the passing of Roy Vincent Anderson of Texarkana on April 20, 2025, at the age of 96; and WHEREAS, The son of Charles and Ocie Anderson, "Andy" Anderson was born in Patmos, Arkansas, on October 22, 1928; he shared a rewarding marriage with his wife, Ruth, that spanned many years before her passing in 2012, and he took great pride in his children, Mitch Anderson, Bruce Anderson, Cindy Peeples, and the late Avis Annette Anderson Nix; through the decades, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Mr. Anderson worked as a route delivery driver for Holsum Bread until his retirement; during his leisure hours, he enjoyed reading, playing harmonica, gardening, fishing, deer hunting, and spending time with his loved ones and his pet dogs; a man of deep faith, he was a congregant of Buchanan First Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, While the death of Andy Anderson brings immeasurable sorrow to his family and friends, he leaves behind a legacy that will long be treasured by all those who held him dear; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Roy Vincent Anderson and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of his family: to his sons, Mitch Anderson and Bruce Anderson; to his daughter, Cindy Peeples; to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; 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 Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Andy Anderson. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 31, 2025, by a rising vote.