H.C.R. No. 7  



HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The passing of Jose Ricardo Nevarez on July 14, 
2002, at the age of 51, brought a great loss to the family and 
friends of this esteemed gentleman, and it is indeed appropriate to 
honor his memory at this time; and
	WHEREAS, Born February 4, 1951, Mr. Nevarez was a longtime 
public servant who began his career in 1975 with the Texas 
Department of Human Services; he was a staunch believer in 
democracy and representative government, and he worked hard to 
promote equality and justice throughout his life; and
	WHEREAS, A man of passion and integrity, he was committed to 
serving the residents of Uvalde County and dedicated himself to 
ensuring the availability of education, food, housing, and health 
care for all; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Nevarez played a vital role in securing funding 
for Uvalde's Community Health Center; he later served as the 
consumer board member representative on the National Association of 
Community Health Centers' Board of Directors; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted family man, Mr. Nevarez was a loving 
husband, father, son, brother, and grandfather; the needs of his 
family always came first and he took great pride in supporting their 
endeavors and in celebrating their accomplishments; and
	WHEREAS, The citizens of Uvalde County and the family and 
friends of Mr. Nevarez were truly blessed to have him as their ally 
and amigo de verdad, and although his passing has left a void in 
their lives, his legacy and spirit will live on for years to come; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby pay tribute to the life of Jose Ricardo Nevarez and extend 
sincere sympathy to the members of his family; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for his family and that when the house of representatives 
and senate adjourn this day, they do so in memory of Jose Ricardo 
Nevarez.

                                                                         Gallego




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   President of the Senate                               Speaker of the House      

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 7 was unanimously adopted by a 
rising vote of the House on May 23, 2003.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House   

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 7 was adopted by the Senate on May 
30, 2003, by a viva-voce vote.

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                                                      Secretary of the Senate   



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              Governor