SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 363
	In Memory
	of
	Brett Aaron Aycock
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
	of Austin in mourning the loss of Brett Aaron Aycock, who died
	February 24, 2015, at the age of 33; and
	WHEREAS, Brett Aycock was born on June 7, 1981, in Oklahoma
	City; he moved to Austin as a young boy, and he attended Anderson
	High School, where he excelled in both academics and athletics;
	he began studying criminal justice at The University of Texas at
	Austin, but he was inspired to set a new course for his life after
	the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001; and
	WHEREAS, Sergeant Aycock enlisted in the United States
	Army in 2003 and served with distinction as a member of the
	Reconnaissance/Scout Platoon, Headquarters and Headquarters
	Company, 1st Battalion Airborne, 503rd Infantry Regiment; he
	completed air assault training in South Korea and was deployed to
	Kuwait and then to Iraq, where he was wounded in action while
	serving in Ramadi; he was decorated with a Purple Heart and was
	awarded a number of medals in honor of his courageous service,
	including the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement
	Medal, and a Combat Infantryman Badge; and
	WHEREAS, After his service, he managed large construction
	projects and worked as a consultant on military techniques and as
	an actor for the television production of "My Generation"; he
	also dedicated his time to serving as an advocate for his fellow
	veterans; and
	WHEREAS, He was a skilled artist and craftsman who was
	known for his many talents, his kind nature, and his engaging
	sense of humor; he was a true patriot and an American hero who was
	respected and admired by many, and he leaves behind memories that
	will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in his
	life; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Brett Aaron Aycock; 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 Brett Aaron Aycock.
	Watson
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on March 11, 2015, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate