SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1045
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in
recognizing Jose Flores, a well-known and beloved Houston
citizen who recently retired from a successful career in the
restaurant business; and
WHEREAS, Joe was born on October 13, 1943, the seventh of
ten children; he grew up on Galveston Island, graduated from Ball
High School, and enlisted in the United States Army, where he
served with distinction and rose to the rank of sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Following his military service, Joe joined
Volunteers in Service to America and worked in El Paso, where he
promoted economic development in low-income communities; and
WHEREAS, Joe later moved to Houston; he began working at a
local restaurant and soon discovered he had a passion for the
restaurant business; he went on to spend a number of years in the
industry and greatly enjoyed socializing and connecting with
patrons on a daily basis; and
WHEREAS, While in his early 40s, Joe joined the staff at
Fuad's, and he quickly realized he had found co-workers, as well
as an establishment, that would become dear to his heart; for the
next 27 years, he worked alongside friends, and he became a
popular figure with a large following of regular customers; and
WHEREAS, During his time at Fuad's, people were drawn to
the establishment not only for its superior drinks and cuisine
but also because they knew they would be greeted enthusiastically
by Joe, who was known for his engaging personality, his
bighearted nature, and his ability to relate to people of all
backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, When Joe retired from Fuad's, his employers, his
co-workers, and his longtime customers honored him with a
celebratory retirement party of immense proportions that
included bands, food, and drink and that was attended by hundreds
of people whose lives he has touched; and
WHEREAS, Joe Flores is devoted to his family and his
friends and places the utmost importance on his relationships; he
is close to his many nieces and nephews, and they, like all those
who know him, are deeply inspired by his positive outlook and his
zest for life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby pay tribute to Jose Flores, a treasured
Texas citizen, and commend him on his many contributions to the
citizens of Houston and on his successful restaurant career; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of Joe Flores and as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Ellis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 23, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate