79R12618(4) SKA-D By: Flores H.R. No. 1305R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Texans everywhere are indebted to the fine men and women in the law enforcement profession who, by their selfless dedication to the public welfare, have enabled us to enjoy the benefits of a peaceful and orderly society; and WHEREAS, These gallant individuals willingly risk their lives each day in order to ensure domestic tranquility and protect the lives of others, earning the respect and admiration of their peers and the greater community; and WHEREAS, Senior Patrol Officer Frank Manuel Cantu, Jr., of the Houston Police Department exemplified in his personal and professional conduct the singular virtues of courage, integrity, and unwavering dedication; and WHEREAS, Throughout his 20 years on the force, his record was one of meritorious service, loyalty, personal bravery, and self-sacrifice consistent with the high ideals of the law enforcement profession; and WHEREAS, Killed in the line of duty on March 25, 2004, his untimely death was a tragic loss to his family, to his fellow peace officers, and to the entire community; and WHEREAS, His legacy of heroic dedication and self-sacrifice will endure and continue to be a source of inspiration to those who follow in a difficult but essential profession; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Senior Patrol Officer Frank Manuel Cantu, Jr., of the Houston Police Department and extend deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and fellow officers; 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 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in the memory of Senior Patrol Officer Frank Manuel Cantu, Jr.