SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 85

In Memory

of

Carlos David Ortiz

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Carlos David Ortiz, who died August 31, 2021, at the age of 64; and

WHEREAS, An esteemed Texan, David Ortiz was a dedicated peace officer, and he inspired his friends, colleagues, and loved ones through his generous spirit, his love of family, and his devotion to his community; and

WHEREAS, David was born in Galveston on July 15, 1957; in his younger years, he worked as a trucker, a mechanic, and a firefighter, and in 1996, he began a career in law enforcement; after working for several agencies, he was honored to serve as a member of the Colorado County Sheriff's Office in Columbus, Texas; and

WHEREAS, David was a loving husband to Olga Ortiz, and he was blessed with three children, Vanessa, Abigail, and Donovan, and with two stepchildren, Kris Rivera and Kristi Hahn; his grandchildren, Ayden Ortiz, Cordae Crist, and Kenzie Hahn were a source of great pride for him; and

WHEREAS, David Ortiz had a heart for public service, and he was a cherished friend and mentor to many; he will long be remembered with respect and admiration by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Carlos David Ortiz; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Carlos Ortiz.

Kolkhorst

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on October 18, 2021, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate