SR107 - In memory of Charles "Chuck" Scianna Jr.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 107       In Memory   of   Charles Scianna Jr.            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and   commemorates the life of Charles "Chuck" Scianna Jr., who died   January 14, 2025, at the age of 71; and          WHEREAS, Chuck was born June 22, 1953, in Bay Saint Louis,   Mississippi; after graduating from Bay High School, he served his   country with distinction as a member of the United States Marine   Corps and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in business   administration from the University of Southern Mississippi; and          WHEREAS, He began his career in the oil and gas industry,   and in 1986, he founded the oil country tubular goods wholesaler,   Sim-Tex, which is still thriving today; and          WHEREAS, A passionate advocate for education, Mr. Scianna   believed wholeheartedly in investing in young people and the   institutions that serve them; both the University of Southern   Mississippi and William Carey University named campus buildings   Scianna Hall in recognition of his contributions and generosity;   he was also active in such worthy organizations as the Marine   Corps Scholarship Foundation, Boys and Girls Country, and the   University of Southern Mississippi's Foundation Board and   Athletic Board; and          WHEREAS, Mr. Scianna's outstanding achievements and public   service were recognized with numerous prestigious accolades,   including the Heritage Award from the Marine Corps Heritage   Foundation, and he was honored by his alma mater with the College   of Business Entrepreneur of the Year award, an honorary   doctorate, and induction into the Alumni Hall of Fame; and          WHEREAS, Though his positive contributions to his   community and his dedicated support of education were profound,   Chuck's greatest pride and joy was his family; a devoted husband   to Rita for 50 years, a loving father to Ashley and Stephanie, and   a doting grandfather, Chuck cherished time spent with his loved   ones, and he leaves behind a legacy of kindness, wisdom, and   altruism that will 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 Charles Scianna Jr.; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for   his family and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in   memory of Chuck Scianna.     Kolkhorst                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on February 18, 2025,     by a rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate