SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 460
In Memory
of
Cresencio V. Hinojosa, Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of the Rio Grande Valley in mourning the loss of
Cresencio V. "Queche" Hinojosa, Jr., who died February 12, 2011,
at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, Cresencio Hinojosa was an exemplary citizen who
was widely admired in his community for his many achievements;
born September 23, 1924, to Cresencio V. Hinojosa, Sr., and
Natalia P. Hinojosa, Mr. Hinojosa served the nation with
distinction during World War II as a member of the United States
Merchant Marine; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his life, he was an avid sports fan,
from his days as a young man playing pool to his longtime enjoyment
of professional football and major league baseball; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave generously to others, and his wisdom and enthusiasm for
living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who
shared in his life; and
WHEREAS, He was devoted to his large and loving extended
family, 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 of Cresencio V. Hinojosa, Jr.: his sisters, Tencha H.
Sloss, Elena Vergott, and Dolores Witte; his brothers, Richard,
Daniel, Amador, and Raul Hinojosa; and numerous nieces and
nephews; 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 Cresencio V. Hinojosa, Jr.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 8, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate