Gov. Rick Perry today ordered flags at state buildings to be flown at half-staff for five days in memory of Lloyd Bentsen, who represented Texas in the U.S. House of Representatives for six years and in the U.S. Senate for 22 years. “Today we mourn the loss of a war hero and true Texas leader who earned the respect of the nation with his dedication to public service,” Perry said. Flags will also be flown at half-staff on the day of his burial services.