87S21570 CW-D
 
  By: Ordaz Perez H.R. No. 189
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
  passing of Ralph T. Cloud of El Paso on August 17, 2021, at the age
  of 83; and
         WHEREAS, Ralph Cloud was born on November 22, 1937, to Ralph
  Isaac Cloud and Guadalupe Telles, and he grew up in El Paso with the
  companionship of four siblings, Roy, Frances, Katherine, and Olga;
  after graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School, he served in
  the National Guard for eight years; and
         WHEREAS, In civilian life, Mr. Cloud held a variety of jobs,
  including working as a janitor at Zavala Elementary School, an
  auto-glass repairman, an apprentice at BIC Electric, and a
  deliveryman at Farmers Dairies; he went on to a career with Southern
  Pacific Railroad, remaining with the company after it merged with
  Union Pacific; and
         WHEREAS, Highly engaged in his community, Mr. Cloud was
  president of the Yucca Neighborhood Association, which he founded
  in 2007; he further distinguished himself by hosting various
  events, such as fundraisers and holiday food giveaways, and by
  leading area Boy Scout troops; he also coached boys and girls Little
  League teams for several years, and he played an instrumental role
  in establishing a booster club at Hillcrest Middle School to
  purchase athletic equipment for students; moreover, he was an avid
  supporter of the Judge Edward S. Marquez Library, and he advocated
  for the development of E. L. Williams Park; and
         WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Cloud benefited from the
  love and support of his wife, Romelia, with whom he shared a
  fulfilling marriage that spanned more than six decades; the couple
  were blessed with 6 children, Edward, Ralph, Curtis, Brian, Sandra,
  and Martin, and with the passing years, they had the pleasure of
  welcoming into their family 13 grandchildren and 6
  great-grandchildren; and
         WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Ralph Cloud
  will remember the way he touched their lives with his warmth and
  generosity, and he will forever hold a treasured place in their
  hearts; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
  of Ralph T. Cloud and extend heartfelt sympathy to all who mourn his
  passing; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
  Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ralph
  Cloud.