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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 606


In Memory

of

Jesus Martin Antonio Medellin


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of Fort Worth and Texans across the state in mourning 
the loss of Corporal Jesus Martin "Marty" Antonio Medellin, who 
died April 7, 2003, at the age of 21; and
	WHEREAS, Corporal Medellin was the first casualty from 
Fort Worth in Operation Iraqi Freedom; he was assigned to the
3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, at Camp 
Pendleton; he was killed when an enemy artillery round struck his 
amphibious assault vehicle in Central Iraq; and
	WHEREAS, The 2000 graduate of Boswell High School knew
at age 10 he wanted to be a Marine, and he served his country 
proudly; he was known as a mild-natured and friendly young man 
who was active in his church, loved his grandmother's tortillas, 
and spent time with his 11-year-old brother, Simon; and
	WHEREAS, Corporal Medellin was a brave and heroic Marine 
who lost his life while fighting on behalf of his country and its 
ideals and mission; Marty Medellin was also a devoted son and 
brother, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured 
forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the 
bereaved family of Corporal Jesus Martin Antonio Medellin:  his 
parents, Mary and Freddy Medellin; his three brothers; and his 
extended family; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared
for his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the
Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do
so in memory of Marty Medellin.
                                                                          Nelson




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 10, 2003, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate