SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 810
In Memory
of
Frank Alvarado
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Houston in mourning the loss of Frank Alvarado, who
died February 11, 2009, at the age of 79; and
WHEREAS, Frank Alvarado was born October 4, 1929, in Marble
Falls; he was an exemplary citizen, respected in the community
for his many achievements; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Alvarado worked for more than 50 years in the
construction trades as a union cement mason; he played a role in
the construction of many of Houston's landmark structures,
including Texas Children's Hospital, Saint Luke's Hospital, and
the University of Houston; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Alvarado married Ida Melchor on June 12, 1947,
and the couple raised five children in the East End community of
Houston; and
WHEREAS, A devout Catholic who practiced his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Alvarado was an active participant at Saint
Patrick's Catholic Church and Saint Alphonsus Catholic Church;
he also gave his time and energy wholeheartedly to the activities
of the Knights of Columbus, Council 4577; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, Mr.
Alvarado gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, valued
counsel, and strength of purpose 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 long cherish
their treasured memories of his life and his 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 Frank Alvarado: his wife of 61 years, Ida Alvarado; his
children, Frank Alvarado, Jr., and Yolanda, Robert, Elizabeth,
and Carol Alvarado; and his six 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 Frank Alvarado.
Gallegos, Ellis, Hegar,
Huffman, Jackson, Patrick,
Whitmire, Williams
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate Member, Texas Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 1, 2009, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate