H.R. No. 2069



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The untimely passing of Rachel S. Alaniz of 
Kingsville on December 20, 2004, at the age of 58, brought a 
profoundly felt loss to the family and friends of this esteemed 
Texan; and
	WHEREAS, Born on June 3, 1946, to Gilberto and Beatrice 
Flores Salinas, Mrs. Alaniz was a dedicated public servant who, 
after serving for five years in the county clerk's office, took on 
the role of Kleberg County treasurer in 1999; she was known for her 
professionalism, her integrity, and her warm and congenial 
relationships with her coworkers and her employees; and
	WHEREAS, Mrs. Alaniz was also a devoted parishioner of Our 
Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church and a member of the church's 
choir, and she drew great strength and sustenance from her faith; 
and
	WHEREAS, Cherished by her family and beloved by her 
colleagues and the citizens of Kleberg County, Rachel Alaniz is 
sorely missed, but this sadness may be tempered by the knowledge 
that her life was filled with joyful times, loving moments, and many 
meaningful accomplishments; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Rachel S. Alaniz and 
extend deepest sympathy to the members of her family: to her husband 
of 37 years, Joe L. Alaniz; to her daughters, Priscilla Ann Cantu, 
Melissa Longoria and her husband, David, and Marisela R. Alaniz; to 
her son, Joey Alaniz, Jr., and his wife, Ursela; to her sister, Mary 
Ellen Salinas; to her granddaughters, Aleida and Andrea Cantu, 
Selina Longoria, and Marina and Dariela Alaniz; to her grandsons, 
David Longoria, Jr., and Jose Luis "Tres" Alaniz III; and to her 
other relatives and friends; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of 
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Rachel S. 
Alaniz.

                                                                         Escobar


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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 2069 was unanimously adopted by a 
rising vote of the House on May 27, 2005.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House