SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 138
In Memory
of
Tomas Moreno
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Tomas "T.T."
Moreno, who died recently at the age of 59; and
WHEREAS, Tomas "T.T." Moreno was born October 20, 1949; a
volunteer, an activist, and a devoted family man, he was
respected and admired in his community for his devotion to
service and his many achievements; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Moreno enjoyed a long and productive career as
a firefighter with the San Antonio Fire Department; during his
tenure with the department, he became active in his union,
leading to a legacy of political involvement that saw him hold
numerous offices and positions of responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Moreno served as president of his union's
political action committee and as vice president and legislative
director for the AFL-CIO; in his capacity as a union leader, he
often traveled to sessions of the Texas Legislature, advocating
for legislation to aid the working men and women of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Active in community affairs, Mr. Moreno
volunteered with the Knights of Columbus at Saint Mark's Catholic
Church, serving as a coach and holding other positions in the
organization; he also participated in numerous activities with
the Boy Scouts of America; and
WHEREAS, A man of strength, passion, and courage in the
face of adversity, Mr. Moreno gave generously to others, and his
wisdom, his warmth, his sense of humor, and his love of spirited
debate will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, and his family and many friends will continue to
live with the cherished memories of his life and many
achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Tomas "T.T." Moreno: his wife, Deborah A. Moreno; his
children, Tomas Moreno, Jr., Jason Moreno, Kandice Hall, Kristin
Holzman, and Keely Rogers; his grandchildren, Tomas, Michael,
Sebastian, and Dominic Moreno and Delanie and Caiden Holzman; his
brothers, Blas, Alex, Miguel, Juan, and Jimmy Moreno; and his
sisters, Victoria Moreno Hernandez and Filiciana Moreno
Gonzalez; 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 Tomas Moreno.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 9, 2009, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate