SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1208
In Memory
of
Emma Reyna Fuentes
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Weslaco in mourning the loss of Emma Reyna Fuentes,
who died March 25, 2011, at the age of 69; and
WHEREAS, Emma Reyna was born in Weslaco on July 14, 1941,
and she graduated from Weslaco High School in 1960; she married
Gustavo Fuentes, and she was blessed with five children; and
WHEREAS, She attended Conroe Business College, and she
enjoyed a career with Montalvo Insurance, Alexander and
Alexander Insurance, and the law firm of Ezequiel Reyna, Jr.; and
WHEREAS, Dedicated to her work in the community, Emma
Fuentes served as president of the parent teacher association and
was an active member of the Weslaco High School Panther Booster
Club; she spearheaded many fund-raisers for Weslaco athletes and
assisted students with a variety of needs; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary lady who participated in many
causes, she served on the board of the Hidalgo County Juvenile
Conference, which counsels juveniles who need guidance and
direction; she was also most interested in politics and supported
numerous candidates over the years; she was a devout Christian
and an active member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church; and
WHEREAS, Emma Fuentes was respected in the community for
her many accomplishments; she was noted for her remarkably
generous nature, her adventurous spirit, and her willingness to
give unselfishly of her time and energy; she was beloved by her
family and friends, and she will be greatly missed by all who had
the privilege of sharing in her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Emma Reyna Fuentes; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her 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 Emma Reyna Fuentes.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 26, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate