SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 115
In Memory
of
Artemisa Salinas
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Artemisa "Arte"
Salinas, who died January 15, 2011, at the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, Arte Salinas was a well-liked employee at H&H Car
Wash and Coffee Shop for more than two decades; she was
especially notable for her smile that seemed to light up a room;
and
WHEREAS, She was known as being a tough and courageous
woman who was also a gentle and caring person; she was credited
with much of the success of the famous coffee shop and
restaurant; and
WHEREAS, Her warm personality and unique sense of humor
endeared her to her customers and to all who knew her; and
WHEREAS, Arte Salinas was a remarkable lady who enriched
the lives of all who knew her with her courage, her kindness, and
her generosity; she will be deeply missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Artemisa Salinas
and extend sincere condolences to those she left behind; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an
expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate, and that
when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Artemisa
Salinas.
Rodriguez
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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