TITLE: In memory of Deputy Caleb Daniel Rule of the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable's Office.

SUMMARY: In memory of Deputy Caleb Daniel Rule of the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable's Office.

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WHEREAS, Deputy Caleb Daniel Rule of the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable's Office died in the line of duty on May 29, 2020, at the age of 37, and his family, friends, colleagues, and community mourn the loss of this exemplary officer; and WHEREAS, Caleb Rule was born in Salina, Kansas, on June 5, 1982, to Stanley R. Rule and Judith K. Daniels; he grew up with the companionship of a brother, Matt, and a sister, Carrie, and the family moved to Houston for a time before settling in Needville; and WHEREAS, Deputy Rule began his career in law enforcement as a dispatcher for the Rosenberg Police Department in 2002, and he subsequently worked as a correctional officer for the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office; after joining the Missouri City Police Department in 2004, he went on to serve as a detective in that department from 2011 to 2018, as well as in numerous other capacities; he later excelled in his duties with the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable's Office, where he was hired as a patrol deputy in September 2019; a humble and hardworking officer, he never shied away from difficult assignments and always sought out opportunities to better serve his department and community; he was also a dedicated mentor who found fulfillment in helping his younger colleagues hone their skills; and WHEREAS, An immensely proud family man, Deputy Rule enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Eden Rule, who was his high school sweetheart, and the couple were blessed with four children, Annie, Rosalan, Mark, and Lizzie; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Deputy Rule drew strength from his deep and abiding faith; he won the affection of all who knew him with his warm, gregarious personality and unique sense of humor, and he had a passion for music and for playing the guitar, as well as an interest in theater and photography; and WHEREAS, Deputy Rule embodied the highest ideals of his profession, and although he is greatly missed, his commitment to his calling and his love for his family will remain a lasting source of inspiration to those he left behind; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Deputy Caleb Daniel Rule and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Eden Rule; to his children, Annie, Rosalan, Mark, and Lizzie Rule; to his parents, Stan and Judy Rule; to his siblings, Matt and Carrie; 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 Caleb Rule. Jetton Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1227 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 23, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House