In memory of Christopher "Chris" Jake Stone.

89(R) SR 554 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 554

In Memory

of

Christopher Stone

WHEREAS, The family and friends of Christopher "Chris"

Jake Stone of Santa Fe, Texas, suffered an incalculable loss with

his death on May 18, 2018, at the age of 17; and

WHEREAS, Chris Stone demonstrated extraordinary bravery

during the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, where eight

students and two teachers lost their lives; Chris used his body

to barricade a door in his classroom, preventing the gunman from

entering and protecting the classmates who were sheltering

alongside him; he passed away at the scene after being shot by the

gunman; in tribute to his valiant actions, he was posthumously

recognized with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society Young

Hero Award, one of the nation's highest commendations for youth;

and

WHEREAS, Born in Webster on October 19, 2000, Chris Stone

was the beloved son of Christopher and Rosie Stone and the

brother of two sisters, Angelica and Mercedes; a junior at Santa

Fe High School, Chris was a member of the junior varsity football

and ultimate Frisbee teams; he was known as a kind, affectionate,

and fun-loving young man who brightened the world for everyone

around him; and

WHEREAS, In the words of John 15:13, "There is no greater

love than to lay down one's life for one's friends"; Chris Stone

will forever be remembered for the remarkable selflessness and

courage that he demonstrated in the final moments of his life, as

well as for the joy, laughter, and companionship that he shared

with his loved ones; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th

Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Christopher Jake

Stone and honor the heroism of this remarkable young Texan; and,

be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be

prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns

this day, it do so in memory of Chris Stone.

Middleton

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on May 20, 2025, by a

rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate