SR302 - In memory of Richard Harold Meyer of Calhoun County.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 302       In Memory   of   Richard Harold Meyer            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the   citizens of Calhoun County in mourning the loss of Judge Richard   Harold Meyer, who died November 18, 2024, at the age of 74; and          WHEREAS, Richard Meyer was born on July 5, 1950, in Port   Lavaca, and he grew up exploring the countryside and coastal   waters of Calhoun County; he graduated from Calhoun High School   in 1968 and served with distinction in the National Guard for six   years; and          WHEREAS, On August 23, 1975, Richard married Jackie   Schwarting, and together, they built a solid and loving   foundation upon which they raised their two children, Ty and   Leslie; the couple offered a sense of joy and belonging to their   nine grandchildren and to all who shared in their lives   throughout their 49 years of marriage; and          WHEREAS, Richard Meyer dedicated himself to his vocation   as a farmer and rancher, and his vast knowledge of the region and   his steadfast commitment to his community helped him to win   election as Calhoun County judge; he took office on January 1,   2019, and fulfilled the duties of his roll with distinction, and   he was serving in his second term at the time of his passing; and          WHEREAS, As county judge, he demonstrated fairness and   impartiality and a deep understanding of the challenges and   opportunities facing residents of Calhoun County; his leadership   and unwavering dedication earned him the respect and admiration   of his colleagues and fellow public servants as well as the   residents of Calhoun County; and          WHEREAS, Richard's service extended beyond his duties as   judge, and he was a proud supporter of local youth through 4-H,   Future Farmers of America, and youth rodeo events; he served as   president of the Calhoun County Cattlemen's Association for 22   years and was an instrumental member of the Victoria Economic   Development Corporation; he also devoted his time to serving   Hospice of South Texas for 15 years, and he was an active member   of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church; and          WHEREAS, Judge Meyer leaves behind a legacy of leadership,   compassion, and integrity that will endure for generations to   come, and his memory will be forever treasured by his wife,   Jackie, his children and their spouses, his cherished   grandchildren, his community, and all who were privileged to   share 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 Richard Harold Meyer; 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 Richard Meyer.     Kolkhorst                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on March 20, 2025, by a     rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate