SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 354
In Memory
of
Edward Galvan
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Corpus Christi in mourning the loss of beloved
educator and musician Edward Galvan, who died February 15, 2011,
at the age of 83; and
WHEREAS, Passionate about music from an early age, Edward
Galvan used his immense talent not only as a means to a career,
but as a way to inspire many generations of students to reach
their full potential; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Galvan began playing professionally with his
brothers as Eddie and the Galvan Brothers alongside such legends
as Gene Krupa, Tommy Dorsey, Stan Kenton, and Duke Ellington; he
went on to entertain audiences for more than 40 years as leader of
the Eddie Galvan Orchestra; and
WHEREAS, He was band director for many years at Roy Miller
High School, where his bands won numerous sweepstakes awards at
University Interscholastic League competitions and where the
band hall has been named in his honor; he was also a founder of
the Texas Jazz Festival and was active in community affairs for
many years as a commissioner of the Port of Corpus Christi; and
WHEREAS, A man of commitment, discipline, and
understanding, he gave unselfishly to others, and his family and
friends will continue to live with the cherished memories of his
life and his many achievements; 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 Edward Galvan; 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 Edward Galvan.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 23, 2011,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate