78S20400 MDM-D

By:  Capelo                                                       H.R. No. 158



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Joe R. DeLeon, Jr., R.Ph., of Corpus Christi has 
been named the 2003 Pharmacist of the Year by the Texas Pharmacy 
Association for his exceptional service to his profession and his 
community; and
	WHEREAS, For more than 40 years, Mr. DeLeon has demonstrated 
a deep commitment to the goals of the Texas Pharmacy Association, 
working in its behalf through his diligent efforts at the local, 
state, and national levels; and
	WHEREAS, Since his 1949 graduation from The University of 
Texas College of Pharmacy, this highly regarded pharmacist has 
faithfully served the health care needs of his fellow residents of 
Corpus Christi through his work at DeLeon's Pharmacy; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. DeLeon further contributes to the welfare of his 
fellow Texans through his membership with The University of Texas 
College of Pharmacy Deans Advisory Council, the Buccaneer 
Commission, and Sembradores De Armistad; he is a past officer and 
director of the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, and his 
outstanding work has been recognized by the Mayor's Commission on 
AIDS, the City Bay Drilling Advisory Board, and the Boys and Girls 
Club of Corpus Christi; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. DeLeon's commitment to his profession, 
residents of the Corpus Christi area, and his loved ones has 
enriched the lives of countless people, and it is indeed 
appropriate that he receive special recognition at this time; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Joe R. DeLeon, 
Jr., R.Ph., for being named the 2003 Pharmacist of the Year by the 
Texas Pharmacy Association and extend to him best wishes for 
success and happiness in the years to come; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. DeLeon as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.