SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 549
In Memory
of
Gabriel R. Garcia
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Gabriel R. Garcia, who
died March 6, 2011, at the age of 88; and
WHEREAS, Gabriel Garcia was an exemplary citizen who was
widely admired in his community for his many achievements; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Garcia served the nation with honor and
distinction in the United States Armed Forces during World War II,
serving in the European theater in Germany from 1942 to 1945; and
WHEREAS, Known as Pops to his friends and family, he
enjoyed a fulfilling, 38-year career with the City of Austin; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, good humor, and
enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
forgotten; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather,
and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by
his family and countless 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 Gabriel Garcia: his loving wife of 65 years, Alvina A. Garcia;
his daughters and sons-in-law, Olga and Joe Bruening and Ruth and
Ali Shaker; his son and daughter-in-law, Gabriel Garcia, Jr., and
Shawn; and his eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren;
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
Gabriel R. Garcia.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 17, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate