The resolution honors the life and legacy of Harold Edgar Raines, who passed away on June 26, 2025, at the age of 98. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana, Raines served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War, later pursuing a successful career in banking and working for over 30 years at the Marshall Mill & Elevator Company. He was actively involved in his community through various organizations, including the Rotary Club and Lions Club, and was recognized as Marshall Citizen of the Year. Raines was also a dedicated family man, married twice, and a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

The Texas Senate resolution expresses condolences to Raines' family, including his daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, while celebrating his contributions to his community and the values he embodied. It acknowledges the impact of his sweet nature, sense of fun, and devotion to family and faith. The resolution concludes with a commitment to prepare an official copy for his family and to adjourn in his memory.