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.

During his tenure as chancellor, Lamar Urbanovsky oversaw significant growth within the university system, including the integration of the Lamar University System and the completion of over $1 billion in construction and renovation projects. He was instrumental in expanding academic programs and maintaining affordability for over 69,000 students. Beyond his administrative contributions, Lamar was actively involved in various educational boards and committees and was dedicated to his Czech-Moravian heritage. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's condolences to his family and acknowledges his enduring legacy of leadership, service, and generosity.