By: Luna S.R. No. 330
1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION
1-2 In Memory
1-3 of
1-4 Genoveva Lydia De Garay Hernandez
1-5 WHEREAS, The Senate joins the citizens of San Antonio in
1-6 mourning the loss of Genoveva Lydia De Garay Hernandez who died
1-7 February 21, 1995, at the age of 74; and
1-8 WHEREAS, Lydia Hernandez grew up to become known as the
1-9 "Spanish Ann Landers"; she carved out a successful career working
1-10 at radio station KCOR for 18 years; and
1-11 WHEREAS, Mrs. Hernandez was dedicated to her work and was
1-12 beloved by her colleagues, and the astute advice she gave her
1-13 followers was appreciated by countless citizens; and
1-14 WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, Lydia Hernandez was respected
1-15 in the community for her accomplishments and for her leadership;
1-16 and
1-17 WHEREAS, A woman of integrity, strength, and generosity, she
1-18 gave unselfishly of her time to others, and her wisdom, warmth, and
1-19 valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew her; and
1-20 WHEREAS, Lydia Hernandez had a vibrant personality and a
1-21 heartwarming smile, and throughout her life, she was a source of
1-22 strength to many; and
1-23 WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Mrs. Hernandez was a member of
2-1 Saint Paul's Catholic Church; and
2-2 WHEREAS, Lydia Hernandez was a devoted mother and grandmother
2-3 who lived her life to the fullest, and she leaves behind memories
2-4 that will be treasured forever by her family and many friends; now,
2-5 therefore, be it
2-6 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
2-7 74th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the
2-8 bereaved family of Genoveva Lydia De Garay Hernandez: her
2-9 mother, Concepcion G. Leal; her sons and daughters-in-law,
2-10 Sergio M. Hernandez and Gloria Hernandez and Mario A. Hernandez
2-11 and Betty Hernandez; her sisters, Concepcion L. Mendoza and
2-12 Dolores L. Ledesma; and her seven grandchildren and three
2-13 great-grandchildren; and, be it further
2-14 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the
2-15 members of her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the
2-16 Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so
2-17 in memory of Lydia Hernandez.
2-18 ______________________________________
2-19 President of the Senate
2-20 I hereby certify that the above
2-21 Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-22 on February 28, 1995, by a rising vote.
2-23 ______________________________________
2-24 Secretary of the Senate
2-25 ______________________________________
3-1 Member, Texas Senate