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