SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 42

In Memory

of

Roman Soto Mercado

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Roman Soto Mercado, who died May 17, 2013, at the age of 78; and

WHEREAS, Roman Mercado was born on October 13, 1934, in Fort Worth to Roman and Atilana Mercado; he grew up in Fort Worth and graduated from Green B. Trimble Technical High School; and

WHEREAS, Following his graduation, Mr. Mercado joined the United States Army, and he spent much of his time overseas in Germany and France; and

WHEREAS, After his military service, he had a successful career with the United States Postal Service, where he was a loyal and well-respected employee for more than 30 years; and

WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, Mr. Mercado gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and kindness will long be remembered by all who had the good fortune to know him; and

WHEREAS, Roman Mercado was a steadfast friend and a devoted husband; he is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Helen Flores Mercado, two siblings, and numerous nieces and nephews; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Roman Soto Mercado; 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 Roman Mercado.

Davis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 12, 2013, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate