SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1068

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Robert Gonzalez on the occasion of his retirement; and

WHEREAS, A 1963 graduate of Milby Senior High School in Houston, Robert joined the Magnolia YMCA boxing team in 1962 and later parlayed that interest into a career as a professional boxing referee; he has traveled around the world thanks to his association with boxing; and

WHEREAS, Robert joined Maxwell House Coffee in 1963 and for many years has worked as an industrial mechanic for the company, which has gone through many corporate mergers; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Robert has been noted for his superior skills and expertise; he has handled his many responsibilities with exceptional efficiency and dedication; and

WHEREAS, Robert has also served as a member of the fire brigade for 34 years, and he became an emergency medical technician after witnessing a tragedy occur; and

WHEREAS, Robert is admired and respected by his colleagues, and his presence will be greatly missed; following his retirement, Robert and his wife, Matilda, plan to spend more time with their family and to continue their travels; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Robert Gonzalez on his years of service and extend to him best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Gallegos

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 17, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate