HR88 - In memory of James Bobbitt of the Flower Mound Fire Department.

      H.R. No. 88       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew to   a close with the passing of James Bobbitt of the Flower Mound Fire   Department on December 12, 2024, at the age of 50; and          WHEREAS, Born on August 23, 1974, to Daniel and Glenda   Bobbitt, James Bobbitt grew up in Springtown with the companionship   of a brother, Tommy; he worked as a volunteer firefighter in his   hometown for a decade, and he was recognized with the Rookie of the   Year award; and          WHEREAS, Mr. Bobbitt went on to join the Flower Mound Fire   Department in 2007; during his 17-year tenure, he was twice named   Firefighter of the Year, and he was widely admired for his skill and   composure under pressure; over the years, he readily gave advice   and encouragement to anyone who needed it, and he served as a mentor   to many recruits; after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer, he   made it his mission to see the disease added to the state's list of   presumptive cancers for firefighters in order to ensure that others   with the condition more easily receive much-needed support; his   fellow firefighters have since taken on the cause; and          WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Bobbitt enjoyed the love   and support of his wife, Amy, and he was deeply devoted to his   daughter, Addison, and stepchildren, CJ, Rachael, Hillary, and   Justin; and          WHEREAS, James Bobbitt dedicated his life to protecting his   fellow citizens, and although he is missed, he leaves behind a   record of service that his loved ones can remember with pride; now,   therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of James Bobbitt and   extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family, his friends,   and his colleagues; 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 James   Bobbitt.     Bumgarner     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 88 was unanimously adopted by a rising   vote of the House on March 13, 2025.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House