1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 853 1-2 In Memory 1-3 of 1-4 Isaura Saenz 1-5 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 1-6 citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Isaura Saenz, 1-7 who died November 5, 1998, at the age of 94; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Born June 16, 1904, Isaura Saenz was dedicated 1-9 to her work as a homemaker, and her home was always a popular 1-10 gathering place for family and friends; she was preceded in death 1-11 by her husband, Nieves, and her grandson, Stephen; and 1-12 WHEREAS, An exemplary and distinguished lady, Mrs. Saenz 1-13 was respected for her many accomplishments and her leadership in 1-14 the community; and 1-15 WHEREAS, She was a charter member of the San Antonio Ladies 1-16 LULAC Council Number 187 and a member of the Concordia Social Club, 1-17 Flor De Mexico, and Anillo De La Amistad Women's Club; and 1-18 WHEREAS, A woman of integrity, strength, and generosity, 1-19 Mrs. Saenz gave unselfishly of her time to others, and her wisdom, 1-20 warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew 1-21 her; and 1-22 WHEREAS, A devout Christian, she was a member of the 1-23 Catholic faith; and 1-24 WHEREAS, Isaura Saenz was a devoted wife, mother, and 2-1 grandmother who lived her life to the fullest, and she leaves 2-2 behind memories that will be treasured forever by her family and 2-3 many friends; now, therefore, be it 2-4 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-5 76th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the 2-6 bereaved family of Isaura Saenz: her daughters and son-in-law, 2-7 Virginia and Mary Louise and Henry; her sons and daughter-in-law, 2-8 Henry Saenz and Ralph and Marge Saenz; and her seven grandchildren 2-9 and 14 great-grandchildren; and, be it further 2-10 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-11 the members of her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from 2-12 the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do 2-13 so in memory of Isaura Saenz. 2-14 Luna 2-15 ______________________________________ 2-16 President of the Senate 2-17 I hereby certify that the above 2-18 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-19 on May 5, 1999, by a rising vote. 2-20 ______________________________________ 2-21 Secretary of the Senate 2-22 ______________________________________ 2-23 Member, Texas Senate