SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 77
In Memory
of
Fred Carmona
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Fred Carmona, who
died May 28, 2011, at the age of 60; and
WHEREAS, Fred Carmona was born September 2, 1950; he was a
1970 graduate of Fox Tech High School, where he was a proud member
of the football team; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carmona attended San Antonio College before
embarking on a long career in business that saw him work for the
Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company and Stanhome, Incorporated, before
creating his own advertising business, Specialty Concepts; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carmona was renowned for his organizational
abilities and was responsible for planning numerous parades that
honored the culture and traditions of his beloved city and paid
tribute to our nation's veterans; he was the driving force behind
the Fiesta Flambeau Parade, the Diez y Seis Parade and Festival,
and the United States Military Veterans Parade; and
WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, he
gave unselfishly to others, and although he will be deeply missed
by his large and loving extended family, he will continue to live
in their hearts and minds for years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Fred Carmona; 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 Fred Carmona.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 20, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate