TITLE: In memory of Alex Wilson of Arlington.

SUMMARY: In memory of Alex Wilson of Arlington.

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WHEREAS, No words can diminish the pain of a young life cut short, and it is with deep sadness that we join in mourning the loss of Alex Wilson of Arlington, who died on September 11, 2009, at the age of 20; and WHEREAS, The son of Toby and Kim Wilson, Alex Wilson graduated from Oakridge High School in 2007; continuing his education, he went on to attend Baylor University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Wilson brightened the world around him with his ready smile; his warm, outgoing nature brought him a host of admirers, and he was always ready to lend a helping hand or give a hug to someone who needed encouragement; and WHEREAS, In his leisure time, Mr. Wilson enjoyed pursuing his interests in cars, boats, and golf; he took his greatest delight, however, in the numerous close friendships he formed; and WHEREAS, Alex Wilson brought joy to countless people, and those who were privileged to know him will forever treasure their memories of many happy times spent in his company; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Alex Wilson and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Toby and Kim Wilson; to his sister, Mary Alden Wilson; to his grandparents, Jerry and Persis Forster; to his aunt, Persis Ann Forster, and her husband, Steve Burdick; to his uncle, Greg Wilson, and his wife, Sandi; to his cousins, Nathan Wilkes, Haley Wilson, and Kacie Wilson; to his girlfriend, Stephanie Ellis; 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Alex Wilson. Patrick Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 398 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 3, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House