88(3) SCR 3 - Introduced version - Bill Text

	88S31228 JRI-D
	By:  Nichols	S.C.R.  No.  3

	CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
	passing of Robert Mirk Ellis of Friendswood on October 30, 2023, at
	the age of 80; and
	WHEREAS, Robert Ellis was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on May 23,
	1943; he earned a master's degree in business administration from
	the University of Dayton and began working in space life sciences in
	1967, at a company then called Technology Inc.; later renamed Wyle
	Integrated Science and Engineering Group, the business worked with
	NASA to study the cardiovascular health of astronauts, and it grew
	to employ 1,300 people; he retired as group president after 45 years
	with the company; and
	WHEREAS, Blessed with a devoted family, Mr.  Ellis shared a
	rewarding relationship with his wife, Mary, that spanned nearly 47
	years, and he took great pride in their four children, nine
	grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, A man of faith, Mr.  Ellis was actively involved in
	his church, and he served as an administrator for many years; he was
	also a dedicated coach to his children's baseball teams, and in his
	leisure time, he enjoyed collecting cards and coins and tending to
	his garden, which included over 100 varieties of roses; and
	WHEREAS, Although Robert Ellis is deeply missed, he will
	forever be remembered with great admiration for his professional
	achievements and for the myriad ways he gave of himself to benefit
	others; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas,
	3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Robert Mirk
	Ellis and extend sincere 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 House of
	Representatives and Senate adjourn this day, they do so in memory of
	Robert Ellis.