82R8497 JGH-D
By: Guillen H.R. No. 588
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Ruben Reyes retired as constable for Precinct 2 of
Webb County in January 2011, drawing to a close a notable career in
law enforcement that spanned more than three and a half decades; and
WHEREAS, A native of Laredo, Mr. Reyes is a 1969 graduate of
Martin High School; he became a peace officer in 1974, and over the
course of his exemplary tenure, he earned both a Medal of Valor and
a Life-Saving Award from Webb County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Reyes was first elected constable for Precinct 2
in the late 1990s and distinguished himself in that position for
more than 10 years, earning the respect and admiration of his
constituents; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Ruben Reyes enjoys the love
and support of his wife, Rosa, as well as their children,
Alejandrina, Ruben, and Susana, and six grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan's devotion to duty and
commitment to excellence have contributed to the safety and
well-being of his fellow citizens, and Mr. Reyes may indeed reflect
with pride on a career well spent as he embarks on the next exciting
chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Ruben Reyes on his retirement from
Webb County and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Reyes as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.