SR23 - In memory of Jimmy Dale Patterson of Dallas.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 23       In Memory   of   Jimmy Dale Patterson            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the   citizens of Dallas in mourning the loss of Jimmy Dale Patterson,   who died December 10, 2024, at the age of 68; and          WHEREAS, Jim was born on January 30, 1956; as the youngest   of eight children, he was adored by his older siblings and was   raised by his large and loving family in Spur; and          WHEREAS, After earning a bachelor's degree in business   administration from North Texas State University, Jim began his   career as an accountant for Mobil Oil Corporation; he went on to   find much success in the banking industry and served in   leadership positions for nearly two decades; and          WHEREAS, A man of many pursuits, Jim joined the Dallas   County Tax Office as an accountant in 2009, and his contributions   to the office and to the commissioners court and sheriff's office   were highly valued; his professional excellence, his aptitude   with numbers, and his exemplary leadership earned him the respect   of his colleagues, and he was recognized with numerous awards   over the course of his distinguished career; and          WHEREAS, Above all, Jim cherished time spent with his loved   ones, and he delighted in cooking his famous barbecue and Sunday   meals for his family and dear friends, including his best friend of   over 50 years, Alfred Craig; he was blessed with two children, Evan   and Alyssa, and two grandchildren, Giana and Eian, who were a source   of pride and joy to him and enriched his life immeasurably; and          WHEREAS, A man of integrity, determination, and strong   character, Jim gave unselfishly to others, and he leaves behind   memories that will long be treasured 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 Jimmy Dale Patterson; 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 Jimmy Dale Patterson.   West                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on February 4, 2025, by     a rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate