-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, OcP5aGz0ZmZPv4FqYFl9cjGnaFV4JyUSzD576C3Atl+jnrSMNGc2Z9KI3K0a4Pbc AEcPzL7ySjQwuMHxVA1z/g== 0001010549-08-000773.txt : 20080924 0001010549-08-000773.hdr.sgml : 20080924 20080924145745 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001010549-08-000773 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K/A PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20080924 ITEM INFORMATION: Other Events FILED AS OF DATE: 20080924 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20080924 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: CAPITAL SOUTHWEST CORP CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000017313 IRS NUMBER: 751072796 STATE OF INCORPORATION: TX FISCAL YEAR END: 0331 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K/A SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 814-00061 FILM NUMBER: 081086435 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 12900 PRESTON RD STE 700 CITY: DALLAS STATE: TX ZIP: 75230 BUSINESS PHONE: 9722338242 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 12900 PRESTON RD STREET 2: SUITE 700 CITY: DALLAS STATE: TX ZIP: 75230 8-K/A 1 cswc8ka092408.txt 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 EX-99.1 2 cswc8kaex991092408.txt PRESS RELEASE 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 ### -----END PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE-----