SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 670


In Memory

of

Johnnie Martinez Lopez

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Johnnie Martinez Lopez,
who died March 18, 2005, at the age of 79; and
	WHEREAS, Born October 12, 1925, in Austin to John Lopez and 
Maria de Jesus Arredondo, Johnnie served his country in the 
United States Navy; and
	WHEREAS, Known as "Powerhouse John," he served as a sponsor 
to many East Austin softball and baseball teams, and his 
invaluable support of these young people will be greatly missed; and
	WHEREAS, The proprietor of the Powerhouse Lounge, he gave 
back to the community by serving needy families on Thanksgiving Day;
he also helped organize scholarships for students at Johnston High 
School with funds donated from the Old Timer's Athletic 
Association; and
	WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and kindness, Johnnie 
gave unselfishly to others, and the lives of many in his 
community were improved immeasurably by his generous spirit; and
	WHEREAS, Johnnie Lopez was a devoted father and 
grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished 
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 Johnnie Martinez Lopez:  his wife, Tommie Lopez; his 
children, Barbara Godoy, Jo Ann Lopez, Johnny Lopez, Kenneth Lopez,
Adam Lopez, Roy Rivera, Jose Rivera, Melinda Magaña, James Moncebaiz,
Jo Anna H. Ramos, and John Albert Herrera; his sister, Mary Lopez; 
and his 34 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of 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 Johnnie Martinez Lopez.
                                                                      Barrientos




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 21, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate