SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 41
	In Memory
	of
	Robert W. Stone
	WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Robert W. Stone of
	Tyler were deeply saddened by his death on October 11, 2023, at
	the age of 85; and
	WHEREAS, The son of Thomas and May Stone, Bob Stone was
	born on August 29, 1938, in Shreveport, Louisiana, and grew up
	with a brother, James; he graduated from Byrd High School with
	the Class of 1956 and continued his education at Tyler Junior
	College and Southern Methodist University; and
	WHEREAS, Joining the U.S. Marine Corps, Mr. Stone served
	stateside as a jet engine mechanic for six and a half years; he
	subsequently embarked on a successful banking career that
	spanned three decades and included tenures with Tyler Bank &
	Trust and Texas Heritage National Bank, and he later formed
	Global Mailing Service, Inc.; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Stone gave back to his community as president
	of the Tyler Jaycees and through his involvement in a number of
	organizations, such as the Cub Scouts, the Red Cross, and the East
	Texas Bass Association; a man of faith, he served on the vestry and
	church building fund for St. Francis Episcopal Church in Tyler; in
	recognition of his contributions to his fellow citizens, he
	received a number of honors, including the W. C. Windsor Award from
	the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Stone enjoyed a rewarding family life with
	his wife of 62 years, Judy, and his four sons, Robert, James,
	Richard, and Ronald, who preceded his father in death; with the
	passing years, Mr. Stone was blessed with eight grandchildren
	and seven great-grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, Bob Stone lived a life that was rich in personal
	and professional achievements, and he will forever be a source of
	inspiration to those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
	Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
	of Robert W. Stone and extend heartfelt condolences to all who
	mourn his passing; 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 Bob Stone.
	Hughes
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on October 19, 2023, by
		a rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate