SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 354

In Memory

of

Edward Galvan

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Corpus Christi in mourning the loss of beloved educator and musician Edward Galvan, who died February 15, 2011, at the age of 83; and

WHEREAS, Passionate about music from an early age, Edward Galvan used his immense talent not only as a means to a career, but as a way to inspire many generations of students to reach their full potential; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Galvan began playing professionally with his brothers as Eddie and the Galvan Brothers alongside such legends as Gene Krupa, Tommy Dorsey, Stan Kenton, and Duke Ellington; he went on to entertain audiences for more than 40 years as leader of the Eddie Galvan Orchestra; and

WHEREAS, He was band director for many years at Roy Miller High School, where his bands won numerous sweepstakes awards at University Interscholastic League competitions and where the band hall has been named in his honor; he was also a founder of the Texas Jazz Festival and was active in community affairs for many years as a commissioner of the Port of Corpus Christi; and

WHEREAS, A man of commitment, discipline, and understanding, he gave unselfishly to others, and his family and friends will continue to live with the cherished memories of his life and his many achievements; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family and friends of Edward Galvan; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 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 Edward Galvan.

Hinojosa

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 23, 2011, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate