TITLE: In memory of Jack Franklin Hardwick.

SUMMARY: In memory of Jack Franklin Hardwick.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Dr. Jack Franklin Hardwick, who died April 10, 2013, at the age of 80; and WHEREAS, Jack Hardwick was born September 14, 1932, in Pavo, Georgia; he moved with his family at the age of 14 to Galveston, and he graduated from Ball High School; he married Pat Williams while he was a young man, and the couple was blessed with four children; and WHEREAS, He attended The University of Texas at Austin and earned his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston; he moved to Fort Worth with his family and entered into the practice of family medicine; he enjoyed a fulfilling 52-year career as a physician; and WHEREAS, On Thanksgiving Day of 1979, Dr. Hardwick married Jane Walker, and they enjoyed 33 years of marriage together; a leading Fort Worth citizen, Dr. Hardwick was active in numerous community organizations, including The Bridge, the Fort Worth Opera, and the Texas Exes, and he served as president of the local YMCA; and WHEREAS, A man of courage, compassion, and generosity, he gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and countless friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Dr. Jack Franklin Hardwick; 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 Dr. Jack Hardwick. Ellis President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2013, by a rising vote.