SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 550
In Memory
of
Roland Garcia, Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Mission in mourning the loss of Roland Garcia, Sr.,
who died October 18, 2012, at the age of 80; and
WHEREAS, Known as "Country Roland," Roland Garcia, Sr.,
was the longtime leader of the Country Roland Band, a family
music group that peaked in popularity during the late 1970s and
early 1980s; he was recognized as the founder of Chicano country
music, a mix of classic Mexican songs and country songs in
Spanish that evolved as his own genre; and
WHEREAS, Roland began his working career as the driver of
an 18-wheeler truck, and he was the longtime assistant fire
marshal for the McAllen Fire Department; his passion for music
was the cornerstone of his life, and he was honored with numerous
awards during his Chicano country music career; the family band
continues to play throughout the Valley and South Texas; and
WHEREAS, Roland was an exemplary gentleman who was devoted
to his family and was noted for his warm and generous
personality; he is survived by his wife of 63 years, Aurora
Garcia, by several siblings, and by his eight children, 22
grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Roland Garcia was beloved by his family, friends,
and fans, and he will be greatly missed by all who were privileged
to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Roland Garcia, Sr.; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
those held dear by Roland Garcia as an expression of deepest
sympathy from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Roland Garcia, Sr.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 26, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate