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79S10772 JNC-D

By:  Guillen                                                      H.R. No. 308



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Oralia "Lala" Espinoza Cantu has a long history of 
meritorious service to the Freer community, to Duval County, and to 
the State of Texas, and it is a pleasure to honor her at this time; 
and
	WHEREAS, A native of Duval County, Mrs. Cantu grew up in Buena 
Vista and attended school in San Diego; born into poverty, she 
struggled early in life but committed herself to providing a 
brighter future for her children and her community; and
	WHEREAS, This determined Texan has served in a host of 
capacities over the years, including stints on the city council, as 
mayor pro tem, and as president of the Freer Water District board; 
moreover, she played an integral role in organizing the Freer 
Chamber of Commerce, incorporating the City of Freer, forming the 
Freer school district, and bringing HALO-Flight medical transport 
to the area; and
	WHEREAS, In addition to her many notable civic endeavors, 
Mrs. Cantu has lent her time and talents to 4-H, the PTA, the Duval 
Historical Association, and Girl Scouts of America; other 
organizations to benefit from her sound judgment and energetic 
efforts include the Freer Ladies Cattleman Association, the Freer 
Fair Association, and the Duval Friends of the Library, which she 
has served as vice chair; and
	WHEREAS, Mrs. Cantu was elected to the Texas Silver Haired 
Legislature in 1999, and was later appointed to the National Silver 
Haired Congress in Washington, D.C.; while serving in these 
esteemed bodies, she has helped to promote the interests and 
welfare of the residents of South Texas; and
	WHEREAS, Her substantial contributions have earned Mrs. 
Cantu nomination to the 2000 Texas Women's Hall of Fame, Who's Who 
Among Hispanics of America, and Personalities of America; and
	WHEREAS, A proud mother, committed advocate, and notable 
community leader, Lala Cantu has worked diligently to improve the 
quality of life for her fellow citizens, and her tireless efforts 
have produced results of lasting benefit to countless Texans; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Oralia "Lala" 
Espinoza Cantu for her dedicated service to the Freer community and 
to the State of Texas and extend to her sincere best wishes for 
continued success and happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mrs. Cantu as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.