SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 150

In Memory

of

Rogelio Sanchez

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Rogelio Sanchez, who died November 28, 2006, at the age of 85; and

WHEREAS, Rogelio Sanchez was an esteemed political icon in El Paso politics; he represented the Lower Valley for nine terms as a county commissioner, which totaled 36 years of service under 10 county judges; he was also a schoolteacher and a World War II veteran, and was one of the first Hispanics to break the race barrier for elected officials in El Paso; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sanchez was respected in the community for his many accomplishments; he included among them the construction of Horizon Boulevard, the Trans Mountain Road, the Sun Bowl, the El Paso County Courthouse, and the El Paso County Jail; he helped establish the Rio Grande Council of Governments and the Head Start program in El Paso County; and

WHEREAS, A gentleman of integrity, strength, and generosity, he gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and

WHEREAS, 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, 80th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Rogelio Sanchez; 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 Rogelio Sanchez. Shapleigh

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 31, 2007, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate