88R7275 CJM-D

By: Middleton S.R. No. 482

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 Ronald Anthony Maceo of Galveston on November 13, 2022, at the age of 75; and

WHEREAS, A native of Galveston, Ronnie Maceo was born to Rosario and Dorothy Maceo on September 20, 1947; he grew up with a sister, Olivia, and two brothers, Thomas and Rosario, and he received his education at Allen Military Academy; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Maceo enjoyed a rewarding career as the proprietor of Maceo Spice and Import Company, which he and his daughter, Concetta, grew into a thriving, iconic Galveston business; a loyal islander, he dedicated himself to promoting local companies and to helping restaurants develop signature flavors; he was a founding member of the Coconut Grove Bunch and the Galveston Restaurant Association; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his daughter, Mr. Maceo took great pride in his son, Frank, and his granddaughter, Precely; in his free time, he loved cooking and hosting, and he also liked taking trips to Costa Rica; and

WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Ronnie Maceo will remember the way he touched their lives with his warmth and generosity, and he will forever hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Ronald Anthony Maceo and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his son, Frank Maceo; to his daughter, Concetta Maceo-Sims, and her husband, Destin; to his granddaughter, Precely Rose Sims; to his sister, Olivia Maceo Weekley; to his nieces and nephews, Stratton and Ryan Weekley, Michael McShane Jr., Cassidy Witt, and Corrie Prestridge; and to his other relatives and many friends; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ronnie Maceo.