TITLE: In memory of Carl Martin Holmes of Duncanville.

SUMMARY: In memory of Carl Martin Holmes of Duncanville.

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WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to a close with the passing of Carl Martin Holmes of Duncanville on January 2, 2023, at the age of 89; and WHEREAS, The son of George and Minnie Holmes, Carl Holmes was born in Meherrin, Virginia, on September 27, 1933; he graduated from Lunenburg High School and Virginia Union University; and WHEREAS, In 1954, Mr. Holmes embarked on a distinguished 24-year career with the U.S. Army; he completed two tours in the Vietnam War, fighting with the 4th Infantry Division and the 1st Signal Brigade; a graduate of the Sergeants Major Academy at Fort Bliss, he rose to the rank of command sergeant major, serving at military installations across the U.S., Europe, and Southeast Asia; ultimately, he was assigned to Fort Gordon, Georgia, as battalion sergeant major, brigade sergeant major, and acting post sergeant major; his awards included two Bronze Star Medals, the Meritorious Service Medal, and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry; and WHEREAS, Following his military retirement in 1978, Mr. Holmes moved to Houston, where he joined the city's Department of Aviation; initially serving as general manager of William P. Hobby Airport, he was subsequently promoted to deputy director of the Houston Airport System and oversaw operations for the George Bush Intercontinental, William P. Hobby, and Ellington Airports; he retired in 2002; and WHEREAS, Mr. Holmes shared 65 years with his beloved wife, Ellen, and he took great pride in their children, Carl and Melissa, and their grandchildren and great-grandchildren; in his leisure time, he enjoyed playing golf, traveling, and boating; he attended the Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in DeSoto, and he supported many charities, including Disabled American Veterans; and WHEREAS, While the death of Carl Martin Holmes brings great sadness to his family and friends, he leaves behind a legacy that will long be treasured by those who held him dear; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Carl Martin Holmes and extend deepest condolences to all who mourn his passing; 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 Carl Holmes. Sherman, Sr. Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 64 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 8, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House