SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 521
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Victor Valencia
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
  commemorates the life of Victor Valencia, who died on April 14,
  2025, at the age of 64; and
 
         WHEREAS, Born May 22, 1960, in Long Island, New York, to
  Oscar and Ruth Valencia, Victor lived a life characterized by
  exemplary service, unwavering faith, and profound dedication to
  his family and community; and
 
         WHEREAS, Victor Valencia honorably served his country as a
  member of the United States Navy for nine and a half years, during
  which time he was awarded two Navy Achievement Medals for his
  outstanding contributions; and
 
         WHEREAS, His innovative spirit and technical expertise led
  to the development of a patented improvement on a ship's boiler,
  an invention implemented throughout the entire United States
  naval fleet, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and
  service to his nation; and
 
         WHEREAS, Following his distinguished military career,
  Mr. Valencia, alongside his wife, Linda, established and
  operated Sign Wizards beginning in 1988; they built a successful
  business and many meaningful relationships with customers who
  became like family; and
 
         WHEREAS, A man of deep faith, Victor was a devoted member
  of Bridge Church for 17 years, most recently serving as the First
  Impression Ministry Director, where he welcomed all with warmth,
  humor, and a heart full of love; and
 
         WHEREAS, Victor Valencia's passion for sports was evident in
  his enthusiastic support of New York teams, including the Mets,
  Jets, Knicks, and Rangers; he enjoyed his active participation in
  ice hockey, and he coached the Sharks and the Kempsville Kamikazes,
  in addition to founding the Venom team at Chilled Ponds and
  competing at the national level with senior teams; and
 
         WHEREAS, Victor also enjoyed co-ed softball, volleyball,
  golfing, kayaking, and fishing, and he conveyed the same
  dedication and joy to his recreational pursuits as he did to all
  aspects of his life; and
 
         WHEREAS, Victor Valencia's greatest legacy lies in his
  family relationships; he was a loving husband to Linda for nearly
  28 years, and they forged a partnership built on mutual respect,
  shared work, and enduring love; and
 
         WHEREAS, He was an exceptional father and stepfather who
  provided consistent support, guidance, and love to his children,
  Renada, Sonja, Brian, Reyna, and Victor, teaching them through
  example the values of loyalty, strength, and compassion; and
 
         WHEREAS, As "Pop Pop" to seven grandchildren, Bianca,
  Keegan, Kumar, Paisley, Micah, Reef, and Jackson, he created
  cherished memories and imparted wisdom that will continue to
  influence future generations; and
 
         WHEREAS, Victor Valencia fostered unity within his blended
  family, bringing together his children, their mother Gayle, and
  his stepchildren into one cohesive family unit, while also
  maintaining close bonds with his siblings Oscar, Maria, Johnny,
  and Dolores, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended
  family members; and
 
         WHEREAS, His remarkable capacity to forge meaningful
  connections extended beyond family to countless friends and
  community members, and he was noted for his warmth and his
  ability to transform everyday interactions into opportunities
  for kindness and fellowship; and
 
         WHEREAS, Victor Valencia embodied dependability and
  selflessness in all his relationships; he was consistently
  present for life's significant moments and everyday challenges
  alike, offering practical help, emotional support, and
  unwavering commitment to those he loved; and
 
         WHEREAS, His legacy of quiet strength, genuine care, and
  steadfast presence will continue to be a source of inspiration to
  his loved ones and friends and to all who were fortunate enough to
  know him; now, therefore, be it
 
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
  Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Victor Valencia
  and extend sincere condolences to his bereaved family; and, be it
  further
 
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
  Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
  memory of Victor Valencia.
 
  Birdwell
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 14, 2025, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate