HR-151, As Adopted by House, July 17, 2007

 

 

            The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 151.

            A resolution offered as a memorial for Tom Meyer, former member of the House of Representatives.

            Whereas, The members and staff of this legislative body were shocked and saddened to learn of the untimely passing of our friend and former colleague, Tom Meyer. As a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2001 to 2006, this highly respected gentleman made many friends at the Capitol and gained widespread admiration for his commitment to the Thumb region and his beloved home state; and

            Whereas, A native of Zeeland and graduate of Grand Rapids Central High School, Tom Meyer distinguished himself professionally in radio, with four decades of experience in communications as a station manager. This background blended well with his involvement in community groups and public service efforts in the Bad Axe-Huron County area. His unselfishness was evident in his longtime involvement with the Michigan Special Olympics, high school athletics, his church, the Huron County Michigan State University Extension Council, and many other groups; and

            Whereas, In his three terms in the House, Representative Meyer earned the respect of members on both sides of the aisle with his unyielding commitment to his district and the entire state. His service included his leadership as chair of the House Agriculture and Resource Management Committee for the Ninety-second Legislature. He also played a key role in fostering trust and collegiality among members and staff through his engaging sense of humor. Clearly, we will long remember his golden voice and quick smile; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of our highest tribute to honor the memory of our friend and former colleague Tom Meyer, who served as a member of this legislative body from 2001 to 2006; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Meyer family as evidence of our heartfelt condolences.