SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 113
In Memory
of
David Saenz
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of noted architect
David Saenz, who died October 6, 2010, at the age of 48; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Brownsville, David Saenz
was born October 16, 1961; he was a 1979 graduate of Homer Hanna
High School and went on to earn a degree in environmental design
from Texas A&M University; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Saenz was a partner and chief architect for
the firm of Gomez, Mendez, and Saenz, Incorporated; his
impressive portfolio includes structures throughout the state
and nation, including the newest school for the Brownsville
Independent School District, Veterans Memorial High School; he
was especially proud of the home he designed for his family; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Saenz was active in numerous civic and
professional organizations; he was a member of the American
Institute of Architects and the Texas Society of Architects; he
also served as president of the board of Saint Luke Catholic
School and was on the building committee of Saint Joseph Academy;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Saenz was an avid golfer and was passionate
about automobiles, particularly the Ford Mustang; he was
instrumental in organizing a club called Team Mustang of
Brownsville to provide a venue for owners to showcase their
vehicles; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his perseverance, his generous
spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest
will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted son, husband, and father, and he
leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his
family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family and friends of David Saenz; 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 David Saenz.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 26, 2011, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate