H.R. No. 156 is a resolution honoring the memory of John Louis Burgess IV, Julia Walsh Anderson Burgess, their son John Louis Burgess V, and their youngest child James Littleton Burgess, who tragically lost their lives during the Hill Country floods on July 4, 2025. The resolution reflects on the profound sadness felt by their family, friends, and the Liberty community, highlighting the lives and contributions of John and Julia Burgess. John was a talented chef and later a successful funeral director and financial advisor, while Julia dedicated over 15 years to education, impacting countless students as a teacher and coach. They are remembered for their deep faith, community involvement, and the love they shared with their three children.
The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to the surviving family members, including their daughter Jenna, and extends sympathy to their parents, siblings, and other relatives. It acknowledges the lasting impact of the Burgess family's love and contributions to their community, emphasizing that their time on earth, though brief, was a blessing to those around them. The Texas House of Representatives unanimously adopted this resolution, ensuring that the memory of John, Julia, Jack, and James Burgess will be honored and remembered.