SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 141
In Memory
of
Alejandro Lopez Calderon
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Alejandro "Alex" Lopez
Calderon, who died January 22, 2013, at the age of 73; and
WHEREAS, Alex Calderon was born March 8, 1939, in Austin;
he graduated from Austin High School and served with distinction
for seven years as a member of the United States Marine Corps
Reserve; and
WHEREAS, He married the love of his life, Mary Esther
Hernandez, on July 22, 1961, and the couple raised three sons,
Alex, Ray, and Mark, who were a source of much pride and joy and
who blessed them with five grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Calderon established the Contessa Gallery and
Frame Shop in 1969; he drew on his entrepreneurial spirit and his
artistic sensibilities to make it an enduring success, and his
sons are proudly carrying on the family business; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and kindness, he gave
unselfishly to others; he was widely revered for his wisdom, his
generous spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the
fullest; and
WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he
leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by his
large and loving extended family and his countless friends; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Alejandro Lopez Calderon; 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 Alejandro Lopez Calderon.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 6, 2013, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate