Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of a businessman and philanthropist, Robert Moody, who was known to many of us as Bobby. Bobby's journey was one of resilience, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to family and community in the city he cherished, which I am privileged to represent, Galveston, Texas. Bobby's legacy is etched in the successes of businesses he shepherded for over six decades. His leadership transformed National Western Life Insurance Company and American National Insurance Company into industry leaders, providing financial security for millions. Yet, Bobby's heart beat the strongest for our Galveston community, with a passion that is reflected in the creation of Moody Gardens and the Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute, both testaments to his philanthropic vision. Beyond his professional achievements, Bobby's devotion to his family was unparalleled. As a loving father, grandfather, and a great- grandfather, he effortlessly blended business acumen with the warmth of family life. As we bid farewell to such a stalwart leader, a compassionate patriarch, and a beacon of generosity, let us hope, pray, and carry forward Bobby's legacy of resilience, empathy, as well as community stewardship. The island city of Galveston and the Moody family have lost a guiding light, Mr. Speaker, but Bobby's spirit lives on in the institutions he built and in the countless lives that he touched. Celebrating 125 Years of Port Arthur, Texas”