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89(R) HR 1494 - Enrolled version - Bill Text
H.R. No. 1494
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The untimely passing of Joshua Daniel King of
Weatherford on April 5, 2025, at the age of 37, has profoundly
saddened the many people who loved him; and
WHEREAS, Josh King was born in Fort Worth on December 29,
1987, to Phil and Terry King, and he was raised in Weatherford with
his five sisters, Kristy, Sarah, Hannah, Mary, and Leah; he
attended Trinity Christian Academy before obtaining a bachelor's
degree in business from Dallas Baptist University, where he played
tennis; he later earned a master's degree in business
administration; and
WHEREAS, A skilled businessman, Mr. King played a vital role
in the growth of the national company Select Mat, and he further
distinguished himself as its CEO and executive vice president; he
also worked with Call Box and gained valuable experience during his
time as a partner at Steergate Payment Solutions; in addition, he
was a professional tennis coach with Four Seasons Hotels; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. King benefited from the
support and affection of his wife, Sarah, with whom he shared a
fulfilling union that spanned half a decade, and he was a devoted
father to their daughter, Katelyn; he enjoyed pursuing hobbies such
as fishing and pickleball, and he was an avid fan of the Texas
Rangers; above all else, he treasured time spent with his family,
which also included his 17 nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS, Mr. King drew strength from his deep faith, and he
participated in the Cultivate men's Bible study group; he remained
steadfast in his spiritual beliefs during his courageous battle
with brain cancer, and he inspired all those around him through his
resilience and determination, often reminding them that "God is not
failing us. He is fulfilling His promises to us"; and
WHEREAS, While his loss is difficult to bear, Josh King
leaves behind numerous friends and loved ones whose lives are far
richer for having known him, and he will always hold a treasured
place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Joshua Daniel King
and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his
wife, Sarah King; to his daughter, Katelyn King; to his parents,
State Senator Phil King and Terry King; to his grandmother, Barbara
King; to his sisters, Kristy Moseley and her husband, Ric, Sarah
Holt and her husband, Jacob, Hannah Jones and her husband, Daniel,
Mary Haye and her husband, Austin, and Leah King; and to his other
relatives and many friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Josh King.
Bell of Montgomery
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1494 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on June 2, 2025.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House