SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 243
	In Memory
	of
	Olen Underwood
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of the Honorable Olen Underwood, a
	cherished member of the Montgomery County community who died
	February 28, 2025, at the age of 82; and
	WHEREAS, Born May 25, 1942, Olen Underwood was an esteemed
	Texan who pursued excellence in all his endeavors and improved
	the lives of many through his decades of distinguished public
	service; and
	WHEREAS, A talented athlete, he played defensive end for
	The University of Texas at Austin and helped the Longhorns claim
	the 1963 national championship and a victory in the 1965 Orange
	Bowl; he was selected by the New York Giants in the 1965 National
	Football League draft, and he went on to play for the Houston
	Oilers from 1966 to 1969; while managing his obligations as a
	professional football player, he also earned a law degree from
	the University of Houston; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Underwood led a rewarding career as a lawyer
	in the Houston area, and in 1981, he was appointed judge of
	Montgomery County's newly created 284th District Court, where he
	set lasting standards for judicial diligence during his six
	terms; in 1996, he was appointed to preside over the Second
	Administrative Judicial Region of Texas, and he guided the court
	with fairness and impartiality until 2022; and
	WHEREAS, Led by a conviction to assist troubled youth in
	Montgomery County, in 1993 Judge Underwood established the
	Student Transition and Recovery Program to connect at-risk
	middle school students with caring mentors; the county honored
	his work and contributions to the community by establishing the
	Olen Underwood Juvenile Justice Center; and
	WHEREAS, Olen Underwood inspired his friends and loved
	ones through his devotion to his faith, his family, and his
	fellow citizens; he was beloved by many, and Texans will continue
	to benefit from his legacy of public service long into the
	future; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of the Honorable Olen Underwood; 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 Olen Underwood.
	Creighton
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on March 12, 2025, by
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate