TITLE: In memory of longtime Buda resident Gerald L. Bollinger.

SUMMARY: In memory of longtime Buda resident Gerald L. Bollinger.

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WHEREAS, Family and friends will forever treasure their memories of longtime Buda resident Gerald L. Bollinger, who died on January 1, 2015, at the age of 84; and WHEREAS, Gerald Bollinger was born in Chester, Illinois, on May 6, 1930, to Floyd and Marie Bollinger; answering his nation's call to duty, he served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, earning two Bronze Stars and other decorations; and WHEREAS, After completing his service, Mr. Bollinger was a civil servant for the federal government; he lived in Salinas, California, for 20 years until his retirement in 1986, when he moved to Buda, Texas, where he enjoyed the friendship of many before returning to Salinas in 2012; and WHEREAS, Mr. Bollinger was a volunteer with the Civil Air Patrol for more than three decades, and he rose to the rank of lieutenant colonel; he led and took part in many search and rescue missions, and he was responsible for finding nine individuals and saving the lives of five; and WHEREAS, Gerald Bollinger lived a rich and purposeful life, and he leaves behind a record of patriotism and service to others that will continue to inspire all those who knew and loved him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Gerald L. Bollinger and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his life partner, Donna E. Jaranilla; to his daughters, June M. Stanfield and Joyce L. Ponton; to his son, Jay P. Bollinger; to his brothers, Lyle Bollinger and Jean Bollinger; to his nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, four nephews, and two nieces; and to his other relatives and 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 Gerald L. Bollinger. Isaac Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2808 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 21, 2015. Chief Clerk of the House