88S31218 AMB-D
 
  By: Guillen H.R. No. 131
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
  passing of Steven A. Shamlian of Harlingen on August 31, 2023, at
  the age of 71; and
         WHEREAS, Steve Shamlian was born in 1952; blessed with a
  devoted family, he enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Liz,
  and he treasured time spent with his friends and loved ones; and
         WHEREAS, A skilled pitmaster, Mr. Shamlian was involved in
  the International Barbeque Cookers Association, and he competed
  with his wife in numerous barbecue contests across Texas; among
  their many achievements, they won the Buddy Breitschopf Memorial
  Award at the First Shot Cook-Off in 2019; in addition, Mr. Shamlian
  was engaged in politics, and he was a staunch advocate for
  conservative values; he participated in the Rio Grande
  Valley-Harlingen MAGA Meetup and Trump Train in 2020; and
         WHEREAS, While the death of Steve Shamlian brings
  immeasurable sorrow to his family and friends, he leaves behind a
  legacy that will long be cherished by all those who held him dear;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory
  of Steven A. Shamlian and extend sincere condolences to all who
  mourn his passing; 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 Steve
  Shamlian.