STATE OF OKLAHOMA

1st Session of the 53rd Legislature (2011)

SENATE
RESOLUTION 22	By:	Newberry

AS INTRODUCED

A Resolution honoring Oklahoma Highway Patrol Captain George Green; mourning his loss; and directing distribution.

WHEREAS, Captain George C. Green Jr. earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma and soon entered and graduated from the 37th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy in 1979 and was issued badge #35.  He dedicated 31 years of service to the patrol division and during this service advanced in the ranks from trooper, lieutenant, and finally captain; and
WHEREAS, in addition to the assignments to the Lake Patrol and coverage of the Kilpatrick, Cimarron, and Turner turnpikes, Captain Green proved to be a versatile and valuable member of the patrol as he was also a firearms instructor, certified scuba diver, and an advanced instructor for Certified Law Enforcement and Education Training; and
WHEREAS, on October 26, 2010, Oklahoma Highway Patrol Captain George Green died in the line of duty after succumbing to injuries he battled following a collision in his patrol vehicle on the Turner Turnpike while dutifully serving the citizens of this state; and
WHEREAS, Captain George Green had many accomplishments during his distinguished career with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, but his greatest legacy is the respect and admiration he earned from his peers.  Captain Green was recognized for his leadership skills and his ability to communicate and transfer his knowledge to the new troopers entering service.  Imparting this knowledge would help insure that the continued mission for the safety our citizens would carry forward with the same professionalism that he demonstrated on a daily basis; and
WHEREAS, as proud and fulfilled as Captain George Green was with his service to this state, no feelings measured to the love, joy, and happiness he felt for his wife Susan, son Patrick, daughter-in-law Lindsey, son John, daughter-in-law Britton, and grandson Teddy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE 1ST SESSION OF THE 53RD OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE:
THAT the Oklahoma State Senate honors Captain George Green for his dedicated and honorable service in the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
THAT the Oklahoma State Senate joins the family, friends, and co-workers in mourning his loss.
THAT a copy of this resolution be distributed to Captain George Green’s wife, Susan; and his two sons: Patrick and John.

53-1-1725	MD	5/2/2011 11:02:27 AM