Senate Resolution No. 667 honors the life and legacy of Mack Carl Easley Sr., a Vietnam War veteran who passed away on March 2, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on September 23, 1949, in New Boston, Texas, Easley served with the U.S. Army's 1st Infantry Division during the Vietnam War, where he displayed remarkable bravery in combat, earning the Bronze Star, Silver Star, and two Purple Hearts. After a 12-year military career, he worked as a health administrator for the Federal Bureau of Prisons and volunteered at the National Park Service Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Easley is remembered for his dedication to family, including his wife Bonnie, four children, and five grandchildren, as well as his passions for travel, photography, and the outdoors.
The resolution expresses condolences to Easley's family and friends, acknowledging the profound impact of his service and the legacy he leaves behind. It calls for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for his family and states that the Texas Senate will adjourn in his memory. The resolution was adopted by the Texas Senate on June 1, 2025, by a rising vote, reflecting the respect and admiration held for Easley by his peers.