SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 54
In Memory
of
Peter Barnard Peralta
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Corpus Christi in mourning the loss of Peter Barnard
"Pete" Peralta, who died January 4, 2013, at the age of 54; and
WHEREAS, Pete Peralta was an exemplary citizen who was
widely admired for his many achievements and his many years of
service to his community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Peralta worked for more than three decades
with the Nueces County Sheriff's Department; he began his law
enforcement career as a corrections officer and rose through the
ranks to eventually become assistant chief deputy; and
WHEREAS, Despite personal hardship, he served his
community with diligence and determination; over the course of
his distinguished career, he worked for six sheriffs and was a
vital part of each of those administrations; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, He was devoted to his extended, loving family, and
he leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by his
family and 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 Peter Barnard Peralta; 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 Peter Peralta.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 28, 2013, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate