H.R. No. 508

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, It is with great sorrow that the Texas House of Representatives notes the passing of an outstanding Texas Department of Transportation employee, Juan D. Martinez, of the Taylor Area Office, who died at the age of 59 on August 9, 2005, in the line of duty; and

WHEREAS, The members of this chamber wish to join his family, friends, and fellow workers in mourning the loss of this remarkable native Texan who dedicated his life to his family and career; and

WHEREAS, A religious and hard-working man, Mr. Martinez was born March 30, 1946, in Rosenberg, and was a distinguished employee of the department for 19 years; and

WHEREAS, His enthusiasm for life led to his interest in many diverse areas, including the restoration and rehabilitation of automobiles; and

WHEREAS, This highly respected employee was a devoted husband and son, as well as a loving friend to all, and he was recognized as a sincere man of honor and integrity; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez always enjoyed laughing and spending time with the neighborhood children; he was lovingly referred to by his friends and family as "Tata," and he will long be fondly remembered by all those who were fortunate enough to know him; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Juan D. Martinez and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family, including his wife of 29 years, Teresa Martinez; 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 Juan D. Martinez. Hunter

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 508 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 9, 2006.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House