SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 831


In Memory

of

Joe Garza


	WHEREAS, Throughout the history of this nation, in times 
of great peril, men and women of the United States military have 
marched bravely into battle to defend our precious liberties; and
	WHEREAS, United States Army First Sergeant Joe Garza 
embarked from Fort Benning, Georgia, in support of our nation's 
campaign to liberate Iraqi citizens from oppression; working 
with the 30th Infantry Regiment, he was killed in action on 
April 28, 2003; and
	WHEREAS, The beloved husband of Mary Garza, this courageous
soldier was a graduate of Robstown High School, where he was a 
long-distance runner; Sergeant Garza took great pleasure in making
others smile and treasured his family above all else; and
	WHEREAS, Unflinching bravery and a resolute commitment to 
fulfill his oath to serve, regardless of the personal consequences,
were demonstrated by this valorous American, who gave his life to 
preserve liberty; the State of Texas and the nation now mourn the 
loss of Joe Garza: a soldier for a time, a hero forever; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby honor the life of Joe Garza and extend 
to his family deepest sympathy: to his wife, Mary Garza; to his 
children: John, Myra, and Joe Garza, Jr.; and to his many other 
relatives and friends; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be 
prepared for the members of his family and that when the 
Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of United States
Army First Sergeant Joe Garza.
                                                                        Hinojosa




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 14, 2003, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate