The resolution honors the life and memory of Joe Herman Weinberg, who passed away on May 18, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on February 4, 1939, in Kilgore, Texas, he was the son of Joseph Harris Weinberg and Nell Davis Weinberg. Joe grew up with his siblings and graduated from Kilgore High School in 1957 before earning a business degree from North Texas State University in 1962. He had a successful career in retail, starting with his family's menswear store and later founding the Oil Center Uniform Company and managing the historic Joe Weisman and Company department store. Known for his warm personality and keen fashion sense, Joe built strong relationships with his customers and expanded his business ventures into neighboring cities.
The resolution expresses condolences to Joe Weinberg's family, including his wife Gayle, their two sons, and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It highlights his love for family, his enjoyment of simple pleasures such as golf and fishing, and the deep affection he inspired in those who knew him. 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.