SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 271
In Memory
of
Maria Rosa Pena
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Maria Rosa Pena,
who died January 10, 2011, at the age of 67; and
WHEREAS, Maria Pena was an exemplary citizen who was widely
admired in the community for her many achievements; and
WHEREAS, Born October 28, 1943, Maria Pena was a 1962
graduate of South San Antonio High School; she displayed her
skills as an entrepreneur and businesswoman for 35 years at San
Antonio's Market Square; and
WHEREAS, A woman of courage, kindness, and dignity, she
gave unselfishly to others, and her wisdom, her generous spirit,
and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
forgotten by those who knew her; and
WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother,
and her family and countless friends will continue to live with
the cherished memories of her life and her many accomplishments;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Maria Rosa Pena: her husband of 45 years, Roman Pena;
her children, Gregory, Michael, Gabriel, and Lucinda; her
sisters, Enriqueta, Paula, and Mercy; her brothers, Gregory,
Jorje, and Jesse; and her grandchildren, Valerie, Vincent, and
Logan; 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 Maria Rosa Pena.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 15, 2011,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate