83R13860 BPG-D
By: Marquez H.R. No. 1072
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The passing of Benjamin Sanchez of El Paso on
February 14, 2013, at the age of 57, brought a great loss to his
family and many friends; and
WHEREAS, The son of Carlos and Genoveva Sanchez, Mr. Sanchez
was born in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, and grew up in a large family
that included nine brothers and four sisters; through the years, he
welcomed many nieces and nephews, and he was a loving and devoted
uncle; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sanchez worked as a custodian at Cathedral High
School for 12 years; a highly valued member of the staff, he always
took time to encourage students, and he often gave lunch money to
children in need; his ready smile brightened the days of everyone at
the school; and
WHEREAS, Thoughtful and caring, Benjamin Sanchez expressed
his strong faith through his many acts of kindness; although he is
deeply missed by all who were privileged to share in the richness of
his life, memories of his warmth, compassion, and joy will remain a
lasting source of inspiration; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Benjamin Sanchez and
extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his
brothers, Arturo, Baltazar, Carlos, Agustin, Juan, Manuel, Raul,
and Salvador; to his sisters, Graciela, Maria Teresa, Rosa Maria,
and Maria Elena; and to his many other relatives and friends; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas House
of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Benjamin
Sanchez.