81R6006 JNC-D
By: Pena H.R. No. 270
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and
meaningful accomplishments may comfort the family and friends of
Jose Borrego of Edcouch, who passed away on January 17, 2009, at the
age of 60; and
WHEREAS, A native of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, Mr.
Borrego was born on June 25, 1948, to Roberto and Elia Borrego; he
excelled academically and, after immigrating to the United States,
graduated in the top 10 of his class at Edcouch-Elsa High School; he
went on to earn dual bachelor's degrees in mathematics and Spanish,
as well as a master's degree in Spanish, from The University of
Texas--Pan American; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Borrego enjoyed a successful and challenging
career in education that included tenures as an assistant principal
with the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District,
assistant superintendent of Edcouch-Elsa ISD, and superintendent
of Monte Alto ISD; he served the youth of Hidalgo County with
dedication and insight, and in so doing, he earned the lasting
respect and admiration of teachers and students alike; in 2007, his
fellow citizens paid tribute to his efforts by naming a middle
school in his honor; and
WHEREAS, Active in his community, Mr. Borrego was a valued
member of St. Teresa Catholic Church and shared his time with the
Lions Club; and
WHEREAS, A man of great integrity, wisdom, and compassion,
Jose Borrego always took the time to help others, and he leaves
behind a legacy that will forever be treasured by all those who were
fortunate enough to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Jose Borrego and
extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife,
Amelia Borrego; to his children, Melissa Pena and her husband,
Daniel, Melinda Borrego, and Marissa Salinas and her husband,
Mauricio; to his grandchildren, Natali Marie Pena, Stephanie Marie
Pena, Daniel Jesus Pena, and Manolo Andres Salinas; to his brothers
and sisters, Sandra Lopez and her husband, Augustin, Carlos
Borrego, Alfredo Borrego, Ricardo Borrego and his wife, Blanca, and
Jesus Mario Borrego and his wife, Juanita; 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 Jose
Borrego.