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 1-2                         SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1184
 1-3           WHEREAS, Birthdays are occasions to be joyously celebrated,
 1-4     and so it was for Jose Navarro on May 20, 2001, when he was the
 1-5     guest of honor on his special day; and
 1-6           WHEREAS, The beloved centenarian was born May 16, 1901,
 1-7     and for over 80 years was the devoted husband of his beloved,
 1-8     the late Teodora; the loving couple resided in Taylor, Texas,
 1-9     and together provided a safe and secure home for their eight
1-10     children; and
1-11           WHEREAS, A warm and personable gentleman, Mr. Navarro has
1-12     earned the respect and admiration of all those who know him; his
1-13     strong work ethic, his love of God and family, and his pride in
1-14     America and all that it means to be a citizen have endeared him
1-15     to one and all; and
1-16           WHEREAS, Instilling in his children and grandchildren
1-17     the same devotion he feels for the traditions and culture
1-18     of his Mexican-American heritage has kept his family close to
1-19     their lineage and drawn them closer to the role model they
1-20     affectionately call Grandpa; and
 2-1           WHEREAS, Mr. Navarro is truly an exceptional individual
 2-2     and a treasured citizen of Texas, and it is indeed an honor for
 2-3     the Texas Senate to recognize him on his 100th birthday; now,
 2-4     therefore, be it
 2-5           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
 2-6     77th Legislature, hereby congratulate Jose Navarro on his 100th
 2-7     birthday with all best wishes; and, be it further
 2-8           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
 2-9     him as a token of esteem from the Texas Senate.
2-10                                                              Barrientos
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2-12                                          President of the Senate
2-13                                       I hereby certify that the above
2-14                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-15                                  on May 24, 2001.
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2-17                                          Secretary of the Senate
2-18                                  ______________________________________
2-19                                           Member, Texas Senate