TITLE: In memory of Odel Crawford.

SUMMARY: In memory of Odel Crawford.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Odel Crawford, who died January 15, 2025, at the age of 72; and WHEREAS, Odel was born April 23, 1952, in Brownwood, and he graduated from Brownwood High School in 1970; he went on to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration and management from Abilene Christian University; and WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, Mr. Crawford dedicated more than 25 years of service to the Texas Workforce Commission; he held esteemed management and supervisory positions that allowed him to make significant contributions to the economic development of Odessa and the Permian Basin region; and WHEREAS, Mr. Crawford was actively involved in numerous community organizations, including the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin, the West Texas Adult Literacy Council, Odessa Boys and Girls Club, and the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, and his remarkable service and dedication to the community were recognized with many prestigious awards; and WHEREAS, Odel was noted for his deep commitment to his faith and for his love of singing, cooking, traveling, and mentoring future generations; he was a source of inspiration to those around him through his unwavering strength, his passion for helping others, and his remarkable ability to build and connect communities, and his memory will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Odel Crawford; 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 Odel Crawford. West President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 12, 2025, by a rising vote.