SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 112
In Memory
of
Fred V. Buitron
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of Fred V. Buitron,
who died January 9, 2009, at the age of 56; and
WHEREAS, A 1971 graduate of Brownsville High School, Mr.
Buitron attended Texas A&I University, where he rose to the rank
of colonel in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps; he was
commissioned into the United States Army as a member of the Field
Artillery Corps and proudly served his country until his
honorable discharge with the rank of captain in 1982; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Buitron had a productive career as an
educator, teaching technology courses at various schools in the
Brownsville Independent School District; he also worked as a
volunteer for the Reserve Officers' Training Corps, leading its
drill teams to award-winning performances; and
WHEREAS, While teaching at Hubert R. Hudson Elementary
School, he played a vital role in the school's chess program,
whose teams earned numerous awards at national, state, and local
levels, including two second place finishes at the national
championships; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his commitment and dedication to
his family and students will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he
was beloved by his family and friends, and he will long be
remembered for his generous spirit and his many accomplishments;
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 Fred V. Buitron; 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 Fred V. Buitron.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 2, 2009, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate