ENROLLED
2016 Regular Session
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 69
BY REPRESENTATIVE COX
A RESOLUTION
To express the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Todd Eric
Roque of Cane River.
WHEREAS, the members of the House of Representatives were saddened to learn
of the departure of Todd Eric Roque from this earthly rodeo, on April 7, 2016, to the pure
pastures of Heaven; and
WHEREAS, born in Bossier City on December 17, 1983, Todd joined the Roque
Brothers Farm family business at an early age, where he pursued his passions of working
cattle, riding horses, and enjoying the outdoor life; and
WHEREAS, Todd graduated from Natchitoches Central High School in 2002; he was
a member of Future Farmers of America, an active member of St. Augustine Catholic
Church, and was involved in the Catholic Youth Organization; and
WHEREAS, left to cherish his memory are his parents, Thomas Roque, Sr., and
Kathie Sarpy Roque; his sweet daughter Rockelle and son Ramsey; siblings Thomas Roque,
Jr., and wife Anna, and sister Tiffany Roque; his niece Sydney and nephew, Thomas Roque,
III; his beloved fiancee, Candice Castro; and extended family and friends; and
WHEREAS, a true cowboy and devoted father, Todd Eric Roque embodied the
family tradition of hard work and sharing; he died doing what he loved and left a legacy of
love in the path he trod; his passing leaves a void that can never be filled but his memory
will remain forever in the hearts and minds of all who knew and loved him.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby extend deepest condolences to the family of Todd Eric
Roque in this time of loss and does hereby express sincere prayers and hopes for peace and
strength.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to the family of Todd Eric Roque.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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