SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 460

In Memory

of

Ricco Diaman Delgado

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Ricco Diaman Delgado, who died February 25, 2017, at the age of 32; and

WHEREAS, Ricco Delgado was a proud Texas citizen who was respected and admired in his community for his many achievements; and

WHEREAS, He was a lifelong resident of McAllen and a 2003 graduate of James "Nikki" Rowe High School; he earned a degree from Saint Edward's University, and he graduated magna cum laude with a law degree from Texas Southern University; he went on to practice law as an assistant criminal district attorney for Hidalgo County; and

WHEREAS, He was an avid and skilled outdoorsman who took great pleasure in teaching his son, Nathan, the principles and joy of ethical hunting and fishing; and

WHEREAS, A man of compassion, intelligence, and wisdom, he gave generously to others, and his natural leadership, his charismatic personality, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in his life; and

WHEREAS, He was a devoted son, brother, and father, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Ricco Diaman Delgado; 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 Ricco Delgado.

Hinojosa

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 20, 2017, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate