SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 369
	In Memory
	of
	Jose Luis Montenegro, Jr.
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
	residents of San Juan, Texas, in mourning the loss of Chief
	Warrant Officer 2 Jose Luis Montenegro, Jr., who died September
	5, 2012, at the age of 31; and
	WHEREAS, Born in Brownsville, this valiant soldier gave
	his life while serving in Afghanistan; he was on his third tour of
	duty; and
	WHEREAS, Chief Warrant Officer Montenegro spent his
	formative years in San Juan and Clear Lake; he joined the United
	States Army and served as a pilot in F Troop, 1st Squadron, 17th
	Cavalry Regiment, 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade, from the
	esteemed 82nd Airborne Division out of Fort Bragg, North
	Carolina; and
	WHEREAS, This dedicated soldier inspired patriotism and
	hope in his fellow citizens; he was beloved by his friends and
	family for his courage, devotion, and generosity of spirit; and
	WHEREAS, In his spare time, Jose Luis enjoyed riding
	motorcycles, watching the Houston Texans play football, and
	spending time with his family and his dog, Adonis; and
	WHEREAS, As a soldier, a son, and a friend, this young man
	will long be remembered for his strength and his warrior's
	spirit; he leaves those who loved him with memories that will be
	treasured forever; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jose Luis Montenegro, Jr.; 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 Jose Luis Montenegro.
	Lucio
	Birdwell Hancock Schwertner
	Campbell Hegar Seliger
	Carona Hinojosa Taylor
	Davis Huffman Uresti
	Deuell Nelson Van de Putte
	Duncan Nichols Watson
	Ellis Patrick West
	Eltife Paxton Whitmire
	Estes Rodriguez Williams
	Fraser Zaffirini
	Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on March 4, 2013, by a
		rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate