SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 284

In Memory

of

Sylvia Anita Diaz

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Sylvia Anita Diaz, who died January 24, 2007; and

WHEREAS, Sylvia Diaz enriched the lives of all who knew her through her warmth and kindness and her enthusiasm and vitality; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, Sylvia was known for her love and laughter and her ability to make others feel special and to help them through difficult times; she was a devout Christian and a member of the Catholic faith; and

WHEREAS, A woman of courage, strength, and generosity, she gave unselfishly to others, and her wisdom, dauntless spirit, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew her; and

WHEREAS, Sylvia was a devoted wife and mother, and she will long be remembered with affection and admiration by all who were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Sylvia Anita Diaz: her loving husband, Daniel P. Diaz; her daughters, Elisabeth and Yvette Diaz; her sister, Lillian Guerra; and her brother, Agustin Lopez; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the members of her 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 Sylvia Anita Diaz. Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 19, 2007, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate