Senate Resolution No. 6 honors the life and legacy of Chancellor Emeritus Lamar Gene Urbanovsky, who passed away on July 24, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Bryan, Texas, on September 21, 1946, Lamar was the first in his family to earn a college degree, obtaining both a bachelor's degree in industrial distribution and a master's degree in architecture from Texas A&M University. He had a fulfilling family life, marrying Darlene Fillip in 1969 and raising their daughter, Lynette, on the family farm. Lamar's career in higher education began at Texas A&M, and he later joined the Texas State University System, where he served in various leadership roles, including as chancellor from 1989 until his retirement in 2005.

Under Lamar's leadership, the Texas State University System experienced significant growth, integrating the Lamar University System and overseeing over $1 billion in construction and renovation projects. He was instrumental in expanding academic programs and maintaining affordability for over 69,000 students. Lamar was also actively involved in various educational boards and committees, contributing to higher education both in Texas and internationally. He was proud of his Czech-Moravian heritage and dedicated to his community, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, service, and generosity. The resolution expresses condolences to his family and pays tribute to his impactful life, with a copy prepared for his family as a gesture of sympathy from the Texas Senate.