The resolution honors the life and legacy of Reginald Reagan Connor Jr., who passed away on June 13, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on May 14, 1935, in Henderson, Texas, Reg Connor grew up in Whitehouse and Tyler, graduated from Tyler High School, and served in the U.S. Navy, achieving the rank of chief quartermaster. He later earned a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and had a successful career as an engineer, working for E-Systems and as a consulting engineer. Reg was also deeply involved in his community, serving on the board of the East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind and the Tyler Civic Theatre Board of Directors, and he was a life member of the Texas Exes and the Sons of the American Revolution.

The resolution expresses condolences to Reg Connor's family, including his wife Sarah, their sons Sean and Craig, and their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It highlights his values of honesty, intelligence, and principled leadership, as well as his love for family gatherings, gardening, music, and genealogical research. The Texas Senate pays tribute to his memory and extends heartfelt sympathies to his loved ones, ensuring that an official copy of the resolution is prepared for his family.