H.R. No. 445
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, A life lived with joy and purpose drew to a close
  with the passing of Leonel Olivarez Sr. of Rio Grande City on
  November 1, 2020, at the age of 71; and
         WHEREAS, Leonel Olivarez graduated from The University of
  Texas-Pan American with a bachelor's degree in elementary education
  and a master's degree in bilingual education, and he went on to
  enjoy a fulfilling career as an educator that spanned five decades;
  and
         WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Olivarez
  proudly served with the U.S. Army; his commitment and positive
  attitude greatly benefited his unit, and he retired after a quarter
  century of service as a noncommissioned officer at the rank of
  sergeant; moreover, he was deeply dedicated to his community, and
  he held a seat on the Mission City Council for 16 years; and
         WHEREAS, A devoted family man, Mr. Olivarez shared nearly 49
  years of marriage with his beloved wife, Amparo; he took great pride
  in his three children, Leo, Lorene, and Lisa, and his eight
  grandchildren, Leo, Alyssa, Jackie, Victoria, Angelo, Daniel, Mya,
  and Ozzie, and he was actively involved in their extracurricular
  activities; in all his endeavors, he drew strength from his strong
  and abiding faith; and
         WHEREAS, Blessed with a charming smile and a magnetic
  personality, Leonel Olivarez brightened the world for all who knew
  him, and they will forever hold him close in their hearts; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Leonel Olivarez Sr.
  and extend sincere condolences to his relatives and friends; and,
  be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
  Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Leonel
  Olivarez Sr.
 
  Muñoz, Jr.
  Guillen
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 445 was unanimously adopted by a
  rising vote of the House on April 1, 2021.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House