In memory of Stanley C. Parker of Waco.

89(R) SR 453 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 453

In Memory

of

Stanley C. Parker

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and

commemorates the life of Stanley C. Parker, who died

September 15, 2024, at the age of 65; and

WHEREAS, A native of Waco, Stan Parker was born

April 28, 1959; he graduated from Richfield High School, and he

married Valerie Prewett, his high school sweetheart, on

August 16, 1980; and

WHEREAS, Stan found professional success as an

entrepreneur, but he was better known by his passion for

philanthropy and service to veterans; in 2017, he established the

Stan C. Parker Foundation to provide advocacy, education, and

resources to citizens in need, and the organization has supported

hundreds of local veterans through initiatives such as the annual

Waco Veterans Parade and the establishment of Freedom's Path

Waco, a housing project for homeless veterans set to be completed

in late 2025; and

WHEREAS, A dedicated Freemason, Stan held numerous

leadership positions during his decades of service and

membership in the organization, and he was proud to hold the

highest honors in the Scottish and York Rites; and

WHEREAS, Stan and Valerie shared 44 rewarding years of

marriage together; he was a devoted father to their children, Austin

and Jessica, and his two grandchildren enriched his life

immeasurably; and

WHEREAS, An avid outdoorsman, Stan enjoyed hunting,

barbecuing, archaeology, and restoring classic cars; he was an

esteemed member of the Waco community, and he will long be

remembered with admiration and appreciation 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 Stanley C. Parker; 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 Stan Parker.

Birdwell

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on April 28, 2025, by a

rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate