SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 10
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to pay
tribute to Juan Barrientes, Sr., on the grand occasion of his
80th birthday, on June 12, 2011; and
WHEREAS, A well-known and revered citizen of Brownsville,
Juan Barrientes was born and raised in the city; he was married to
the late Felicitas Garza Barrientes for 43 years, and they raised
10 children, five sons and five daughters; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Barrientes lived in Los Fresnos and worked on
nearby farms in the 1950s and 1960s; he then began working for the
public utilities board of Brownsville, where he enjoyed a 36-year
career and made many friends; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Barrientes is a beloved and respected member
of his community and is well known for his wise counsel, his
engaging demeanor, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the
fullest; he takes great pleasure in spending time with his family
and friends and enjoys going fishing and bowling; and
WHEREAS, His family and many friends are joining him on
June 12, 2011, to share in the celebration of this milestone in
his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby recognize Juan
Barrientes, Sr., as a treasured citizen of this state and extend
to him best wishes for a memorable 80th birthday celebration;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as a token of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
________________________________
President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 3, 2011.
________________________________
Secretary of the Senate
________________________________
Member, Texas Senate