SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 109

In Memory

of

Alfred Esparza Gomez

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Alfred Esparza Gomez, who died January 12, 2015, at the age of 55; and

WHEREAS, Alfred Gomez was born on January 29, 1959, in San Antonio, to Toribio and Irene Gomez; he served the nation with distinction as a member of the United States Marine Corps; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Gomez enjoyed a fulfilling career as an operator with VIA Metropolitan Transit; he played an important role in shaping solutions for workplace issues through his service as vice president of his union; and

WHEREAS, A man of strength, wisdom, and generosity, he gave unselfishly to others, and his great sense of humor and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and

WHEREAS, He was devoted to his family, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by those who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Alfred Esparza Gomez; 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 Alfred Esparza Gomez.

Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 9, 2015, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate