SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 61

In Memory

of

Maria Rosa Pena

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Maria Rosa Pena, who died January 10, 2011; and

WHEREAS, Born Maria Rosa Chavez on October 28, 1943, Mrs. Pena enriched all who knew her with her kindness and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; and

WHEREAS, She was a proud graduate of South San Antonio High School, and she enjoyed a fulfilling career as co-owner of the Don Roman retail store in the historic Market Square center in San Antonio for some 35 years; and

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

WHEREAS, Mrs. Pena was devoted to her family, and she will long be remembered for her generous spirit and her kind nature; and

WHEREAS, A loving wife of 45 years, Mrs. Pena is survived by her husband, Roman Pena; her sons, Gregory, Michael, and Gabriel; her daughter, Lucinda; her sisters, Enriqueta, Paula, and Mercy; her brothers, Gregory, Jorje, and Jesse; and her grandchildren, Valerie, Vincent, and Logan; and

WHEREAS, Maria Rosa Pena will forever hold a treasured place in the hearts of all who were blessed to share in her love and affection; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Maria Rosa Pena; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 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 Maria Rosa Pena.

Uresti

________________________________

President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 24, 2011, by a rising vote.

________________________________

Secretary of the Senate

________________________________

Member, Texas Senate