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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 502


In Memory

of

Paula P. Barrera


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of San Antonio in mourning the death of Paula P. Barrera, who
died February 23, 2005, at the age of 84; and
	WHEREAS, Paula was born June 7, 1920, and grew up during 
the Great Depression; she was a longtime employee of Joske's and 
retired after 25 years of loyal service; and
	WHEREAS, An outstanding cook, Paula could create a 
well-balanced meal on a moment's notice; she loved sewing and 
quilting and was in great demand for these skills; and
	WHEREAS, Paula enjoyed travel and frequently visited her 
large and loving family across the United States and Mexico; and
	WHEREAS, A devoted wife and mother, Paula leaves behind 
memories that will be treasured forever by her 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 Paula P. Barrera:  her husband of 65 years, 
Ernesto C. Barrera; her sons and daughters-in-law, Joe R. Barrera 
and Angela Barrera and Ernest Barrera, Jr., and Janet Barrera; 
her daughters and sons-in-law, Esperanza and Armando Arredondo 
and Sylvia B. and Raul Romero; and 11 grandchildren and 12 
great-grandchildren; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of her 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 Paula P. Barrera.
                                                                    Van de Putte




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 30, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate