H.R. No. 421 is a resolution honoring the life of Kenneth Lee Chapman, who passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on February 22, 1955, in Callahan County, Ken was the son of Travis and Nancy Chapman and grew up with his siblings. He established Ken's Motorcycle Shop in Eastland in 1978 and later co-founded Grandpaw's Tool Shed Rental with his father. Ken was actively involved in his community through organizations like the Jaycees and the Lion's Club, and he served on the Eastland County Water Supply District board for 22 years. He enjoyed various leisure activities and shared a loving marriage with his wife, Delores, for over five decades, raising two daughters and welcoming two grandsons into the family.
The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Ken Chapman's family, including his wife, daughters, grandsons, and siblings, acknowledging the cherished memories he left behind. It concludes with a directive for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for his family and states that the Texas House of Representatives will adjourn in his memory. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the House on March 13, 2025.