SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 593


In Memory

of

Alejandro R. Trevino

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Austin in mourning the loss of Alejandro "Alex" R. Trevino, 
who died April 1, 2005, at the age of 58; and
	WHEREAS, Alex joined the Austin Fire Department after he 
returned from serving his country during the Vietnam War; he 
served the citizens of Austin as a firefighter for 30 years 
before he retired; he took joy in making a difference in people's 
lives through his work; and
	WHEREAS, As a member of Texas Task Force One, he went to
New York to help in the aftermath of the World Trade Center 
disaster of September 11, 2001; he was part of a special task 
force assigned to the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, and he 
participated in work on the recovery of parts of the Space 
Shuttle Columbia, which broke up over Texas; and
	WHEREAS, Life as a firefighter requires special qualities 
that include exceptional courage and self-sacrifice, as well as 
perseverance in facing challenges on a daily basis, and Alex 
exemplified those qualities, never hesitating to face danger to 
protect others; and
	WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, 
Alex was noted for living his life to the fullest; he earned the 
admiration and respect of all who knew him, 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 Alejandro R. Trevino:  his children, James Rene,
Tracy, and Celena Lea Trevino; his brothers and sisters,
Manuel Trevino, Virginia Trevino, Margaret Valchar, Daniel Trevino,
and Veronica Trevino; and his three grandchildren; 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 
Alejandro R. Trevino.
                                                                      Barrientos




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 11, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate