88R25060 EME-D
 
  By: King of Uvalde H.R. No. 1378
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The tragic passing of Tess Marie Mata of Uvalde on
  May 24, 2022, at the age of 10, has profoundly saddened the many
  people who loved and cherished her; and
         WHEREAS, Tess Mata was born in San Antonio on February 6,
  2012, to Jerry and Veronica Mata; she shared a close bond with her
  older sister, Faith, and she also enjoyed the affection of her
  grandparents, aunt, uncles, and numerous cousins; and
         WHEREAS, An athletic young girl, Tess played softball and
  soccer and competed in gymnastics; she was an avid fan of the
  Houston Astros and especially of second baseman José Altuve, and
  she even shared the same position as her favorite player on her
  softball team; though feisty and outspoken, she was also blessed
  with a caring heart, and she dreamed of one day having a career in
  the medical field; and
         WHEREAS, While the passing of Tess Mata is an incalculable
  loss to those who held her dear, they may find comfort in knowing
  that their lives were forever enriched by the joy and love she
  shared with them; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Tess Marie Mata and
  extend heartfelt condolences to the members of her family: to her
  parents, Jerry and Veronica Mata; to her sister, Faith Mata; to her
  grandparents, Raymundo and Rosemary Mata and Anna Hill; to her
  aunt, Victoria Streeter; to her uncles, Robert Hill, Mark Mata, and
  Ray Mata Jr.; to her cousins, Nevaeh Streeter, Saige Rodgers, Kara
  Streeter, Gabie Mata, and Hayden Mata; and to the countless family
  members and friends who mourn her; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of
  Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Tess Mata.