SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 532
	In Memory
	of
	Kennedy Clay Roland
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
	citizens of Lockhart in mourning the loss of civic leader Kennedy
	Clay Roland, who died January 21, 2015, at the age of 52; and
	WHEREAS, Kenny Roland was born on August 16, 1962, to Joe
	Irene Roland and Preston Roland Jr.; he was a 1980 graduate of
	Lockhart High School, where he was a standout athlete on the
	football, basketball, and track teams; and
	WHEREAS, He enjoyed a 34-year career with the Bluebonnet
	Electric Cooperative as a journeyman lineman and construction
	crew supervisor; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Roland was committed to public service, and in
	1998, he became the first African American to be elected to the
	Lockhart City Council; he represented District 1 for more than a
	decade before serving as an at-large council member; he was the
	founder of the District 1 Pride organization, and he played a
	vital role in organizing the city's first Martin Luther King Jr.
	Parade; and
	WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and kindness, Kenny
	Roland gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his generous
	spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest
	served as an inspiration to his family and countless friends; and
	WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband to his wife, Catherine,
	andadotingfathertohisdaughter,Kennedy,andheleaves
	behind memories that will be treasured forever 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 Kennedy Clay Roland; 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 Kennedy Clay Roland.
	Zaffirini
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on April 13, 2015, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate