SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 720
In Memory
of
James Nelson Orozco
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of James Nelson
Orozco, who died April 21, 2009, at the age of 69; and
WHEREAS, Jimmy Orozco was born August 1, 1939, in San
Antonio; he graduated from Brackenridge High School and served
his state and country in the Texas Air National Guard; and
WHEREAS, He was an exemplary gentleman and was respected
for his many accomplishments; known for his integrity, strong
character, and generosity, he was an avid outdoorsman and will be
remembered for his great sense of humor; and
WHEREAS, He was a devout Christian who lived his faith in
his daily life, and he was a member of the Helotes Independent
Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, Jimmy Orozco was beloved by his family and many
friends and he leaves behind memories that will be deeply
treasured by all who were privileged 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 James Nelson Orozco: his wife, Joy Orozco; his
daughter and son-in-law, Karen Smith and Larry; his son, Daren
Orozco; his sister, Yvonne Santos; his grandchildren, Nicholas,
Travis, Austin, Hunter, and Darcy; and his great-grandson,
Alexander; 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 Jimmy Orozco.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 24, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate