SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 361
In Memory
of
Salvadore Rios Hernandez, Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Salvadore Rios
Hernandez, Sr., who died recently at the age of 80; and
WHEREAS, Salvadore R. Hernandez was born June 22, 1928, in
Ohio; he served the nation for 20 years in the United States Air
Force, retiring at the rank of technical sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Following his retirement from military service,
Mr. Hernandez worked in civil service for many years at Kelly Air
Force Base, Lackland Air Force Base, and Fort Sam Houston; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hernandez was active in numerous civic and
community organizations, taking particular pleasure in his work
with the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio; he was a vital part
of the Golden Gloves Boxing Tournament for nearly 40 years; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, Mr.
Hernandez had an exemplary work ethic and gave unselfishly to
others, and his kindness and generosity will not be forgotten by
those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, and his family and friends will continue to live
with the cherished memories of his life 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 of Salvadore Rios Hernandez, Sr.: his loving wife of 50
years, Frances M. Hernandez; his daughters and sons-in-law,
Esperanza and Carlos Rodriguez, Consuelo and Armando Hernandez,
and Margarita and Kent Martinez; his sons and daughter-in-law,
Salvadore M. Hernandez, Jr., Steven and Velma Hernandez, and
Daniel Hernandez; his brothers, Jesus, Alex, Ruben, and Ricardo
Hernandez; his sister, Mary Louise Wilson; and his 12
grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; 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 Salvadore Rios Hernandez, Sr.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 3, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate