TITLE: In memory of Christopher Barry of Dallas.

SUMMARY: In memory of Christopher Barry of Dallas.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Dallas in mourning the loss of Christopher Barry, who died December 13, 2012, at the age of 65; and WHEREAS, Chris Barry was born on November 5, 1947, in Blakely, Georgia; he became a highly regarded academician and served as a professor at the University of Florida, The University of Texas, and Southern Methodist University; in 1988, he joined Texas Christian University, where he served with distinction for many years and became known as an expert on Third World markets; and WHEREAS, Dr. Barry held the Robert and Maria Lowden Endowed Chair in Business Administration at Texas Christian University's M. J. Neeley School of Business; as professor emeritus, he continued to expand his knowledge of economics and perform research in a wide variety of fields; in spite of the malady that plagued him in his last years, he consistently sought to achieve a greater understanding of the universe, and the courage he showed throughout his illness was an inspiration to all who knew him; and WHEREAS, Dr. Barry was a brilliant scholar who was dedicated to research, and his passion for learning amazed those around him; he was also a generous and kindhearted person who had a positive impact on the lives of innumerable people and was deeply devoted to his wife, Gayle, his two children, Renee and Brent, and his five grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A man of integrity, warmth, and wisdom, Chris Barry embraced both life and his faith with equal fervor; he was beloved by many, and he will be greatly missed by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Christopher Barry; 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 Christopher Barry. Davis President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 23, 2013, by a rising vote.