SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 346

In Memory

of

Maria Aguilar Garcia

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Maria Aguilar Garcia, who died January 25, 2007, at the age of 100; and

WHEREAS, Born January 4, 1907, in Zacatecas, Mexico, Mrs. Garcia enriched all who knew her with her love and compassion, her warmth and kindness, and her enthusiasm and vitality; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Garcia will be remembered for her graciousness, her dignity, and her dauntless spirit; and

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

WHEREAS, She was a devoted mother and grandmother, and she leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by her 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 Maria Aguilar Garcia: her daughter and son-in-law, Lupita and Ray Vijil; her grandchildren, Dolores Elizabeth, David Anthony, and John Raymond; her great-grandchildren, Anita, Edward, David, Eric, Anna Alyssa, and Camille; her great-great-grandchild, Izaiah; and her sisters, Socorro A. Cruz and Belen A. Chavez; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the members of her family as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Maria Aguilar Garcia. Shapleigh

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 26, 2007, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate