SR231 - In memory of John Eric "J. J." Joe of Waco.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 231       In Memory   of   John Eric Joe            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the   citizens of Waco in mourning the loss of John Eric "J. J." Joe,   who died February 25, 2025, at the age of 54; and          WHEREAS, Born in Arlington on November 14, 1970, John   Eric Joe excelled in academics and football as a student at   Lamar High School, and his uncompromising work ethic,   uplifting spirit and charismatic personality helped to pave   his path to success as a college athlete and in his future   career in sports broadcasting; and          WHEREAS, J. J. joined the Baylor University football   team in 1990 and quickly gained acclaim for his talent as the   team's starting quarterback; during his four years on the   team, he was a three-time Academic All-American player, and he   set records for passing, completions, touchdown passes, and   offensive yards that still rank him among the top 10 in Baylor   University history; he was inducted into the Baylor Athletics   Hall of Fame in 2006; and          WHEREAS, His dedication to the sport and to the   university earned him a position with the Baylor football   radio broadcast team in 2004, and he found much fulfillment in   his role as a color analyst for 21 seasons; through his   broadcasting and his community involvement, he shared his   passion for football with countless supporters and made a   positive impact in the lives of many young athletes; and          WHEREAS, Above all, he cherished spending time with his   wife, Lakeesha, and his many loved ones; he  was  blessed   with three sons, Jordan, Josh, and Jacob, who were each a   source of pride and joy to him and enriched his life   immeasurably; and          WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity,   he gave unselfishly to others, and his determination, warmth,   and infectious sense of humor will be forever cherished by his   loving family, the Baylor community, and 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 John Eric Joe; 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 J. J. Joe.     Hancock                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on March 11, 2025, by a     rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate