SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 263


In Memory

of

Leon Cahan

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Leon Cahan, who 
died January 19, 2005, at the age of 82; and
	WHEREAS, From his first job at age eight selling newspapers 
during the Great Depression to his political activism at age 80, 
Leon Cahan lived life with passion, humor, and vitality; and
	WHEREAS, Leon proudly served his country during
World War II, and as a member of the military Mobile Radio 
Broadcasting Company, he learned to appreciate and love the 
different cultures of the world and developed a special fondness 
for Italy; and
	WHEREAS, In the private sector, Leon was involved with the 
translation and licensing of foreign films in southern Europe and 
the Americas; he worked in financial services from the 1960s 
until his retirement at the age of 80; and
	WHEREAS, Leon Cahan was a man of integrity and generosity, 
who was known for his love of his community, for his perpetual 
optimism, and for embracing multicultural integration; his 
concern for his fellow man was inspirational, and his wisdom, 
warmth, and valued counsel will long be remembered by those who 
knew him; and
	WHEREAS, Leon was a devoted husband, father, and 
grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured 
forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the 
bereaved family of Leon Cahan:  his wife, Marga; his daughters, 
Nina and Claudia; his sons-in-law, Paul and Steve; and his 
grandchildren, Matthew, Gideon, and Naomi; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared
for his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the 
Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so 
in memory of Leon Cahan.
                                                                    Van de Putte




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 1, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate