TITLE: In memory of Thomas Carson Edmondson, Jr., of Arlington.

SUMMARY: In memory of Thomas Carson Edmondson, Jr., of Arlington.

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WHEREAS, The passing of Tommy Edmondson of Arlington on January 7, 2012, at the age of 64, has brought great sorrow to his loved ones and his many friends, former students, and admirers; and WHEREAS, Coach Ed, or "Ched" as he was affectionately known, encouraged and influenced countless young people throughout his 35-year career as a teacher, coach, and mentor with the Arlington Independent School District, the last 15 of which he spent coaching his favorite sport--girls softball--at Arlington High School; and WHEREAS, He was devoted to his family and to his student-athletes, and he will always be remembered for his enthusiasm, his integrity, and his engaging smile; and WHEREAS, Though it is impossible to gauge the full effect of a man's life, some individuals leave their unmistakable mark on the world as they move through it, and the contributions of Coach Edmondson will long resonate in the lives of all who knew him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Thomas Carson Edmondson, Jr., and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Carmela; to his children, Brett, Leah, Cambria, John, Nicholas, and Victoria; to his grandchildren, Lindsey, Caden, Mackenzie, and Beau; 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 Thomas Carson Edmondson, Jr. Patrick Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 26 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on February 18, 2013. Chief Clerk of the House