TITLE: Congratulating James Tippens of Little River-Academy on his retirement from the U.S. Postal Service.

SUMMARY: Congratulating James Tippens of Little River-Academy on his retirement from the U.S. Postal Service.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, James Tippens of Little River-Academy retired from the U.S. Postal Service on January 2, 2015, drawing to a close a notable career as a mail carrier that spanned more than three decades; and WHEREAS, After serving his nation in the U.S. Marine Corps, Mr. Tippens joined the U.S. Postal Service in December 1981; he began his exemplary 33-year tenure with the post office in his hometown of Beeville, and after working in Carlsbad, California, he returned to Texas and delivered mail in Killeen and Georgetown, walking more than 30,000 miles over the course of his career; and WHEREAS, Since 2002, Mr. Tippens had his own route in downtown Georgetown, where he wore his characteristic shorts in all weather and delivered the mail with a smile; known for his diligence and good humor, he earned the respect and affection of the business owners he served, as well as that of his fellow mail carriers; and WHEREAS, James Tippens's dedication, kindness, and commitment to the mission of the U.S. Postal Service have greatly benefited the people of Georgetown, and he may indeed reflect with pride on a career well spent as he embarks on the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate James Tippens on his retirement from the U.S. Postal Service and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Tippens as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Farney Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 206 was adopted by the House on February 19, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House