SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 553


In Memory

of

Jose Luis Perez, Jr.


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins 
the citizens of Corpus Christi in mourning the loss of 
Jose Luis Perez, Jr., who died March 12, 2005, at the age 
of 22; and
	WHEREAS, Jose Luis Perez, Jr., was a firefighter 
for the Corpus Christi Fire Department and a paramedic for 
Reliable Ambulance; he was a member of the local firefighters
union and Our Lady of Rosary Catholic Church; and
	WHEREAS, Life as a firefighter and paramedic requires 
special qualities that include courage and self-sacrifice, 
as well as the perseverance to face challenges on a daily 
basis; and
	WHEREAS, Jose Luis was dedicated to his work and willingly
confronted danger to protect others; a man of integrity, 
strength, and generosity, he earned the admiration and respect
of all who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, Jose Luis lived each day to the fullest and was a
devoted son, brother, and grandson, 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 Jose Luis Perez, Jr.:  his parents, Maria Perez
and Jose Luis Perez, Sr.; his sisters, Veronica Martinez and 
Lisa Cano; his brother, Joshua Perez; and his grandparents, 
Nicolas and Margarita Coronado and Blas Perez; 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 Jose Luis Perez, Jr.
                                                                        Hinojosa




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 6, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate