SR653 - In memory of Gene Welch of Wake Village.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 653       In Memory   of   Gene Welch            WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close on   April 11, 2025, with the passing of Gene Welch of Wake Village at   the age of 90; and          WHEREAS, Gene Welch was born to Clyde and Dorothy Welch on   October 19, 1934, in Rolla, Missouri, and grew up sharing in the   companionship of his two sisters, Patricia and Sharon; at the age   of 14, he embarked on a successful career as a truck driver, and   he continued to work in the industry until his passing; and          WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Welch   served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War; after   returning to civilian life, he maintained his connection with the   military as president of the Korean War Veterans Association and   as a member of the VFW and the American Legion; and          WHEREAS, Valuing family above all else, Mr. Welch shared a   rewarding marriage with his wife, Martha, that spanned 67 years,   and he took great pride in their children, Mitch, Don, and   Kimberly; through the years, he had the pleasure of seeing his   family grow to include numerous grandchildren and   great-grandchildren; in his leisure hours, he enjoyed watching   the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers and taking part in outdoor   activities such as hunting, fishing, and camping; and          WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family, his faith, and his   country, Gene Welch earned the lasting respect and admiration of   all who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Gene Welch and   extend sincere condolences to his relatives and friends; and, be   it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be   prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns   this day, it do so in memory of Gene Welch.     Hughes                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on May 31, 2025, by a     rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate