SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1028
In Memory
of
Jos Dionicio Ramirez Esparza
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of El Ranchito in mourning the loss of Jos Dionicio
"Nicho" Ramirez Esparza, who died November 27, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Nicho Esparza was born January 25, 1928, to Willie
Lerma Esparza and Maria Luisa Ramirez Esparza; he grew up in a
large and loving family on the family ranch in El Ranchito; and
WHEREAS, Following his high school career, Mr. Esparza
served in the United States Army as part of the occupation forces
in Germany; after his service in the armed forces, he met and
married Zifa Zayas, his wife of 56 years, and the couple raised
seven children, who blessed them with 11 grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Esparza dedicated himself to managing the
family ranch, and his farming and ranching ability, along with
his expertise in vegetable processing and wholesaling, made him a
model for others in the area; and
WHEREAS, He was a leader in the community and a mentor to
many; active in civic affairs, he served on the boards of the San
Benito Bank and Trust and the Amigo Savings and Loan; he also
served as an advisor to the government's Bracero Program during
the Kennedy administration; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Esparza was an avid hunter and sportsman, and
he shared his enthusiasm for the outdoors with his family and his
many friends; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, Mr.
Esparza gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and
valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he
will long be remembered with affection and admiration by all who
were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family and friends of Jos Dionicio Ramirez Esparza; 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 Jos Dionicio Ramirez Esparza.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 27, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate