SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 514
In Memory
of
Hector Yznaga
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of Hector Yznaga,
who died November 4, 2010, at the age of 85; and
WHEREAS, Hector Yznaga was born July 19, 1925, in San
Antonio to Manuel Aniceto and Aurora Rios Yznaga; he served the
nation with honor in the United States Navy during World War II,
taking part in the D-Day landing at Omaha Beach and later serving
in the Pacific theater until the end of the war; and
WHEREAS, Following his military service, Mr. Yznaga worked
for Pan American Airways and enrolled at Texas Southmost College;
he later transferred to The University of Texas, where he earned
a bachelor's degree and a law degree; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Yznaga practiced law in Brownsville for more
than 50 years; active in community affairs, he was twice elected to
the Brownsville Independent School District board of trustees,
serving as its president from 1969 through 1971; he served as
president of Cameron County Bar Association and was appointed by
Governor John Connally to the Texas Civil Judicial Council; and
WHEREAS, He and his wife Amelia were known for their
generosity and hospitality; Mr. Yznaga was a cofounder of the
Apostle Club, a social organization that hosted supper functions
for which an invitation was highly prized; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and boundless energy,
he gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be cherished
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 and friends of Hector Yznaga; 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 Hector Yznaga.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 15, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate