TITLE: In memory of Harry Joseph Burns of San Antonio.

SUMMARY: In memory of Harry Joseph Burns of San Antonio.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Harry Joseph Burns, who died on March 3, 2011, at the age of 83; and WHEREAS, Harry Burns was born on January 30, 1928, in Saint Louis to Theresa and Harry J. Burns; he moved to San Antonio at the age of five and attended Catholic schools, graduating from Central Catholic High School in 1944; and WHEREAS, He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Saint Mary's University in 1948 and a law degree from the university's School of Law in 1951; he was a practicing attorney for nearly 60 years, serving as president of the San Antonio Bar Association and as a director of the State Bar of Texas; he served in the Texas National Guard, 36th Infantry Division, and was appointed as a judge on the Court of Military Appeals; he retired with the rank of major; and WHEREAS, A leader in his community, Mr. Burns was a member of the Texas Cavaliers and served as president of the Bexar Kiwanis Club and the Town Club; he was a member of the board of directors of the Westside Bank; and WHEREAS, A distinguished and highly respected gentleman, Harry Burns was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and all who knew him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the family of Harry Joseph Burns: his wife of 60 years, Olive "Tucker" Martin Burns; his son, Paul Michael "Mike" Burns; his daughter, Mary Elizabeth "Molly" Burns Banowetz; and his two grandchildren; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Harry Joseph Burns. Wentworth President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 19, 2011, by a rising vote.