H.R. No. 248
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Residents of El Paso lost a beloved neighbor and
friend with the passing of Artemisa Salinas on January 15, 2011, at
the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, "Arte" Salinas worked for more than two decades at
H&H Car Wash and Coffee Shop, an award-winning eatery where she held
the title of head waitress; infusing the local landmark with a smile
and friendly banter, she took great joy in serving her regulars and
such notable visitors as former first lady Laura Bush and The
University of Texas at El Paso president Diana Natalicio; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Salinas could be counted on to remember not only
an order, but the personal details of her customers' lives, and she
freely shared her wisdom and advice with those in need; and
WHEREAS, Known for her strength, kindness, and good humor,
Arte Salinas enjoyed a life that was rich in the intangibles that
matter most, and she is deeply missed by those who held her dear;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Artemisa "Arte"
Salinas and extend deepest sympathy to her three children and to all
those who mourn her passing; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Artemisa
Salinas.
Marquez
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 248 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on February 24, 2011.
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Chief Clerk of the House