On the recordApril 30, 2025
On April 26, after a tragic off-duty accident, the east Texas law enforcement community lost one of its young, rising stars, Tyler Police Officer Sam Lively. I rise today to honor Officer Lively, to mourn alongside his family, and to pray for peace and comfort for all who knew him during his 25 years of life. Officer Lively embodied the very best of east Texas, dedicating his life to serving others and protecting the community he loved as a member of the Tyler Police Department since 2023. His service was underscored by courage, compassion, and commitment. Those who knew him speak of his infectious smile, his natural leadership, and his dogged determination. They also note that despite the departure of his physical presence from this Earth, they know he now resides in his eternal heavenly home because of his faith in Jesus Christ. Sam understood that our hope is not in this world. Instead, he knew with certainty that our hope is only in Jesus. Today, although we mourn his untimely loss, we celebrate his impactful life. Sam Lively will be missed but not forgotten. May he rest in peace, and may God be with his family and the law enforcement community. ____________________
