H.R. No. 89 is a resolution celebrating the 90th birthday of Ronald Paul Werner, a respected resident of Taylor, Texas, who reached this milestone on June 26, 2025. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1935, Mr. Werner faced early challenges after the loss of his father but was raised by his devoted mother, Ruth. He earned a degree in industrial engineering and served in the U.S. Army as a combat engineer and missile specialist. After his military service, he settled in El Paso, where he met his future wife, Pat Ray. The couple married in 1961 and raised two children, Janet and Stanley, along with three grandchildren.
Throughout his life, Mr. Werner has made significant contributions to his community, including working as a designer and later establishing his own dental practice in Taylor. He has been actively involved in various civic organizations, supported the Republican Party, and served on the Taylor Independent School District board of trustees for 18 years. His dedication to community service earned him recognition as Citizen of the Year by the local Rotary Club in 1983. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations and best wishes for Mr. Werner's continued happiness, highlighting his admirable character and the impact he has had on those around him.