UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K/A
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 24, 2008
Capital Southwest Corporation
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Texas 811-1056 75-1072796
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
(State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer
of incorporation) File Number) Identification No.)
12900 Preston Road, Suite 700, Dallas, Texas 75230
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code 972-233-8242
--------------------
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to
simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the
following provisions:
[ ] Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17
CFR 230.425)
[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR
240.14a-12)
[ ] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the
Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
[ ] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the
Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Item 8.01. Other Events
Capital Southwest Corporation is sorry to announce that William R. Thomas passed
away on September 23, 2008. Mr. Thomas joined Capital Southwest in 1962 and
served as the company's president from 1980 until his retirement on July 16,
2007. He was named chairman of the board in 1982 and continued on as a director
upon his retirement.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(a) None.
(b) None.
(c) None.
(d) Exhibits
Exhibit
Number Description
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
99.1 Press Release dated September 24, 2008
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
Dated: September 24, 2008
By: /s/ Gary L. Martin
-------------------
Name: Gary L. Martin
Title: President and Chairman
CAPITAL
SOUTHWEST
________________________________________________________________________________
CAPITAL SOUTHWEST DIRECTOR WILLIAM R. THOMAS PASSES AWAY
DALLAS - September 24, 2008 - Capital Southwest Corporation (Nasdaq: CSWC)
announced today that former CEO, William R. Thomas, 80, has passed away. Bill
Thomas joined Capital Southwest in 1962 and served as the company's president
from 1980 until his retirement on July 16, 2007. He was named chairman of the
board in 1982 and continued on as a director upon his retirement.
"The entire Capital Southwest family mourns the passing of Bill
Thomas, a great business leader, an industry icon, a gentleman and a good
friend," said Gary Martin. "Bill dedicated his life to Capital Southwest and,
during his illustrious 45-year career here, he attained unparalleled results
while serving as a role model of integrity for all who knew him. He will be
greatly missed."
Bill Thomas was born on August 10, 1928 in Bryan, Texas. He received
his M.B.A. with distinction from Harvard Business School and his B.S. degree in
chemical engineering from Texas A&M University. Thomas served as a U.S. Army
officer for more than five years and was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart
and Korean Service medal with five battle stars for heroic actions during the
Korean War.
During the 45 years that Thomas served at Capital Southwest, the
company's split-adjusted net asset value increased over 100-fold. In addition to
his natural business acumen, Thomas placed a significant emphasis on fiscal
stewardship, patience and integrity of its business managers, which contributed
greatly to the financial stability and growth of the company.
"Much of Capital Southwest's success over the years has been due to
Bill's strategic vision for the company," Martin added. "He set the gold
standard for the industry, and we plan to continue building on his legacy."
Before joining Capital Southwest, Thomas held positions in the chemical
industry and in a consulting firm. He also served in the investment community as
chairman of the National Association of Small Business Investment Companies,
governor-at-large of the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), and
chairman of the NASD's Corporate Advisory Board.
Thomas was preceded in death by his wife of 31 years, Patricia M.
Thomas, and son, Howard M. Thomas. He is survived by his sister, Anna B.
Killough, of Somerville, Texas; daughter, Suzanne B. Thomas, of Dallas, Texas;
son, William R. Thomas III, of Dallas, Texas; daughter-in-law, Christa Thomas;
and three grandchildren, Liam, Sarah and Alden Thomas, of Dallas, Texas.
About Capital Southwest Corporation
- -----------------------------------
Capital Southwest is a Dallas-based investment company that provides patient
equity capital to exceptional businesses. As a public company (Nasdaq: CSWC),
Capital Southwest has the flexibility to hold investments indefinitely, which
has provided its managers a stable ownership platform since its founding in
1961. For more information about Capital Southwest, visit the company's website
at www.capitalsouthwest.com.
Contact: Gary L. Martin or Tracy L. Morris
972-233-8242
###