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78R4786 JH-D

By:  Garza                                                        H.R. No. 284



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Men and women across South Texas lost a beloved 
neighbor with the passing of Cristino M. "Tino" Madrigal on May 24, 
2002, at the age of 55; and
	WHEREAS, A native Texan, Mr. Madrigal was born in Elsa on 
January 11, 1947; he served as the deputy sheriff in Aransas and San 
Patricio counties before embarking on a career as a game warden with 
the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department that would span nearly two 
decades; and
	WHEREAS, This esteemed gentleman approached his position 
with commitment, integrity, and courage; his unwavering dedication 
won the respect of his colleagues and served as an inspiration for 
those just beginning their careers in the field; and
	WHEREAS, In his free time, Mr. Madrigal filled his life with 
the thing he loved most--people; he volunteered countless hours 
coaching youngsters in the Delta Pony Baseball League and was an 
avid dancer, particularly to the upbeat sounds of polka, ranchera, 
guapango, and chotiz music; and
	WHEREAS, An active member of Our Lady of the Assumption 
Catholic Church, Mr. Madrigal was a devoted family man and public 
servant, and while he is greatly missed, his memory lives on in the 
hearts and minds of the many people whose lives he touched; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: 
to his wife of 26 years, Cecilia Robles Madrigal; to his daughters, 
Carina Jo, Carmen Claudia, and Norma Lisa; to his grandchildren, 
Angela, Ashley, Christian Gage, Juan Brandon, and Gavin Michael; to 
his great-granddaughter, Aliyah; to his brothers, Gregorio and 
Eligio; to his sisters, Esperanza, Hortencia, Janie, and Irma; and 
to his many other relatives and friends; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for his family, and that when the Texas House of 
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Cristino M. 
Madrigal.