SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 491

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Ruben Longoria Saenz and Matilda Delgado Saenz of Robstown in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary on June 28, 2021; and

WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Saenz were joined in matrimony on that special day in 1971 in a ceremony held at St. Anthony's Church in Robstown, and since that time, they have found in each other a devoted life partner and have shared a deep bond of love that has spanned five decades; and

WHEREAS, Both natives of Robstown, Ruben Saenz graduated from St. Mary's University and received his master's degree from Antioch College in Ohio, and Matilda Saenz earned a bachelor's degree from the University of the Incarnate Word, a master's degree from Texas A&I University, and a doctoral degree from Texas Woman's University; and

WHEREAS, They have been blessed with a wonderful family that includes two children, Jennifer Renee and David Alexander Saenz, their beloved daughter-in-law, Stephanie Saenz, and their two cherished grandchildren, Zoey Leona and Karma Leah, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and

WHEREAS, The marriage Ruben and Matilda Saenz have built over the past 50 years is eloquent affirmation of the meaning of love and commitment, and their enduring union is an inspiration to all who know them; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby congratulate Ruben and Matilda Saenz on their 50th wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Saenz as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Hinojosa

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 26, 2021.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate