SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 636
In Memory
of
Carlos Rodriguez, Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Weslaco in mourning the loss of Carlos Rodriguez,
Jr., who died March 25, 2013, at the age of 75; and
WHEREAS, Carlos Rodriguez, Jr., was born in Weslaco and
spent the majority of his life in South Texas; he served the
nation with distinction as a member of the United States Air
Force; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Rodriguez was married to the love of his life,
Elma, for 48 years; the couple was blessed with five daughters,
Sylvia Ann, Sandra Lynn, Rosanna, Carla Yvonne, and Laura Liza,
who were a source of much pride and joy; and
WHEREAS, Along with his wife, this outstanding businessman
was the founder and owner of South Texas Vocational Technical
Institute, also known as South Texas Vo-Tech; a leader in the
field of technical training, this exceptional establishment
played a vital role in helping countless young men and women
achieve their educational and professional goals; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, Mr.
Rodriguez gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and
valued counsel will not be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband and father, and he leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and
many 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 Carlos Rodriguez, Jr.; 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 Carlos Rodriguez, Jr.
Lucio Lucio
Lucio
Birdwell Garcia Schwertner Birdwell Garcia Schwertner
Birdwell Garcia Schwertner
Campbell Hancock Seliger Campbell Hancock Seliger
Campbell Hancock Seliger
Carona Hegar Taylor Carona Hegar Taylor
Carona Hegar Taylor
Davis Hinojosa Uresti Davis Hinojosa Uresti
Davis Hinojosa Uresti
Deuell Huffman Van de Putte Deuell Huffman Van de Putte
Deuell Huffman Van de Putte
Duncan Nelson Watson Duncan Nelson Watson
Duncan Nelson Watson
Ellis Nichols West Ellis Nichols West
Ellis Nichols West
Eltife Patrick Whitmire Eltife Patrick Whitmire
Eltife Patrick Whitmire
Estes Paxton Williams Estes Paxton Williams
Estes Paxton Williams
Fraser Rodriguez Zaffirini Fraser Rodriguez Zaffirini
Fraser Rodriguez Zaffirini
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 11, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
Lucio
Birdwell Garcia Schwertner
Campbell Hancock Seliger
Carona Hegar Taylor
Davis Hinojosa Uresti
Deuell Huffman Van de Putte
Duncan Nelson Watson
Ellis Nichols West
Eltife Patrick Whitmire
Estes Paxton Williams
Fraser Rodriguez Zaffirini