SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 983
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi on the occasion of
its 25th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, The Veterans Band of Corpus Christi was founded on
June 3, 1986, in order to provide live music to enhance the spirit
of solemnity and grandeur inherent in patriotic ceremonies; and
WHEREAS, This dedicated group was formed under the
direction of Ram Chavez, a Vietnam War veteran and Purple Heart
recipient; consisting of veterans from all branches of military
service, the band has been honored by many local and national
organizations; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, the band has performed at
countless patriotic ceremonies and for numerous state and
national leaders; it has played for Presidents George H. W. Bush,
Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush and was featured at the
inaugural parade of Texas Governor Ann Richards; and
WHEREAS, Current members of the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi
are Daniel Aguilar, Kevin Aguilar-Ferrari, Frank Alaniz, Bob Allen,
Albert Arzuaga, Jose A. Barrientes, Louis Bazaldua, Thomas Caldera,
Robert Callejo, Rene Cantu, Daniel Carranza, Ramiro Chavez, Antonio
Cirillo, Fernandez Cruz, Frank De los Santos, Thomas Dreyer, John
Earhart, Christopher Fridge, Gabriel Escobar, Jesse Escobedo, Crispin
Garcia, Leo Garcia, Amos Griffen, Terry Harris, Sixto Hernandez, Eddie
Heskett, Emmitt "Bubba" Jacob, Mark Johnson, Dr. Rick Lazarte, Juan
Ledesma, Floyd G. Loomis, Juan Lugo, Gilbert Luna, Richard Perez
Martinez, Rene Marroquin, Greg Mendoza, Terry Morris, Alex Muro, Beto
Palacios, Beto C. Rios, Al Rivera, Jose Robles, Enrique Rodriguez,
Juan Sanchez, Tilden Smith, Larry Villareal, and Larry White; and
WHEREAS, This exemplary band is truly deserving of
recognition for its enduring commitment to bringing respect and
dignity to patriotic occasions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi
on 25 years of outstanding musicianship and extend to its members
best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the band as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 12, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate