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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 935


In Memory

of

Aaron N. Cepeda, Sr.


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Marine Sergeant 
Aaron N. Cepeda, Sr., who died in Iraq at the age of 22; and
	WHEREAS, Aaron graduated from Health Careers High School 
and from A&M University--Corpus Christi in August of 2004; and
	WHEREAS, He demonstrated exceptional dedication and 
courage and an unflagging devotion to duty while serving in 
Operation Iraqi Freedom; he was serving with the 3rd Battalion, 
25th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, when he was wounded by 
an explosive in Al Anbar Province during combat operations; and
	WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, 
Aaron Cepeda gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, 
and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, Aaron was a devoted husband, father, and son, 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 his bereaved
family:  his wife, Ella Cepeda; his son, Aaron "A.J." Cepeda, Jr.; 
his daughter, Journee Cepeda; his parents, Michael Cepeda, Sr., 
and Diana Cepeda; and his brother, Michael Cepeda, Jr.; 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 Aaron N. Cepeda, Sr.
                                                          Van de Putte, Hinojosa




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 18, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate