SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 157
In Memory
of
Jos Angel Gavito
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of Jos Angel
Gavito, who died January 5, 2009, at the age of 94; and
WHEREAS, Jos Angel Gavito was born March 18, 1914, and was
the fifth of 10 children of Manuel and Isabel O. Gavito; he was a
member of one of Brownsville's pioneer families, and he was a
lifetime Brownsville resident; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary gentleman, Mr. Gavito was respected
in the community for his accomplishments and for his integrity
and generous nature; and
WHEREAS, Jos Angel Gavito was beloved by his family and
friends, and he will long be remembered with affection and
appreciation by those who were fortunate 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 of Jos Angel Gavito: his wife of 63 years, Amparo Gomez
Gavito; his sons, Jose Angel Gavito, Jr., Alfredo Antonio Gavito,
and Ricardo F. Gavito; his daughter, Margarita Canales; his
brother, Alfredo Gavito; his seven grandchildren; and his
great-granddaughter; 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 Angel Gavito.
Lucio
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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