SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 608
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Frank Medina on the grand occasion of his 80th
birthday; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished gentleman is well known for
his wisdom and generosity of spirit, and he is a revered resident
of the Magnolia Park community; and
WHEREAS, Frank Medina was born March 29, 1929, in Gonzales;
he married Irene Benavides Medina on October 31, 1954, and the
couple raised six children, Sylvia, Ignacio, Frank, Teresa,
Martin, and Rachel; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Medina proudly served the nation during the
Korean War as a member of the United States Marine Corps, and he
attained the rank of sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Medina enjoyed a productive and fulfilling
35-year career with the Houston Independent School District; and
WHEREAS, Active in community affairs, Mr. Medina worked
with Little League baseball for more than 30 years and remains
the only coach to take a team from Magnolia to the state title
tournament; he is also an active member of the Immaculate Heart
of Mary community and the American Legion; and
WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of his community,
Mr. Medina is noted for his generous nature, his compassion for
others, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby recognize Frank Medina as a treasured
citizen of our state and extend to him best wishes for continuing
success in all his endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as a memento of this special day in his life.
Gallegos
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 14, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate