SR88 - In memory of Mark Allen Butler.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 88       In Memory   of   Mark Butler            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and   commemorates the life of Sergeant Mark Allen Butler, who died   while serving in the line of duty on January 15, 2025, at the age   of 34; and          WHEREAS, An esteemed military veteran and law enforcement   officer, Mark Allen Butler was noted for his courageous spirit   and his unwavering commitment to his loved ones, his community,   and his country; and          WHEREAS, Mark was born on June 25, 1990, in Winchester,   Virginia; upon completing his bachelor's degree from West   Virginia University in 2014, he enlisted in the United States   Army and went on to serve the nation with distinction for six   years of active duty; and          WHEREAS, Mark relocated to Texas, and he graduated from the   Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Police Academy in 2021;   during his nearly four years of service to the people of Texas,   Mark worked with the Grimes County Sheriff's Office for a time   and was employed for more than three and a half years with the   Navasota Police Department, where he was promoted to patrol   sergeant and special response team leader; and          WHEREAS, A dedicated public servant, Sergeant Butler   devoted his time, energy, and talents to training his beloved   canines and to provide valuable guidance and expertise to the   department's SWAT team and new recruits; he managed the complex   responsibilitiesofalawenforcementprofessionalwith   integrity and valor, and he made the ultimate sacrifice when he   was killed in the line of duty in a vehicle collision during the   pursuit of a suspect; and          WHEREAS, Mark shared a rewarding marriage with his adoring   wife, Evette, and they were blessed with two children, Elias and   Ezra, who enriched his life immeasurably; admired and highly   regarded by his colleagues, respected by members of the community,   and cherished by friends and loved ones, he leaves behind memories   that will long be treasured by his family and by all who were   privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved   family of Mark Allen Butler; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for   his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas   Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in   memory of Mark Butler.     Kolkhorst                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on February 13, 2025,     by a rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate