SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 797
In Memory
of
Juan B. Sanchez
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Juan B. Sanchez, who died October 13,
2011, at the age of 79; and
WHEREAS, Juan Sanchez was born June 24, 1932, in San
Benito; he learned the value of hard work at an early age while
helping his family meet the challenges of the Great Depression;
it was during those years that he discovered his love of music,
and he taught himself how to play guitar on the homemade
instruments he fashioned from scrap wood and the wire from window
screens; and
WHEREAS, He served the nation with distinction in the
Korean War as a member of the United States Army; after his
military service, he returned to Texas and began a 13-year career
with the International Boundary and Water Commission; while
working at the commission, his entrepreneurial spirit and work
ethic came into play as he also established a number of
businesses, including a bakery, a bar, and J. B. Sanchez
Groceries, all of which he operated while also maintaining
livestock at his home; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sanchez was elected to serve as Precinct 3
constable for Cameron County, and he held this important position
for 24 years; known as the People's Constable, he served the
county's citizens with compassion, humility, and an unerring
sense of justice; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his career in law enforcement,
he was a good steward of the county's finances and refused the
usual upgrades for his personal patrol vehicle; he was noted for
his ability to resolve tense situations and was often called upon
by other agencies to assist in apprehending difficult suspects;
and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his eternal optimism,
and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
forgotten; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, 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 Juan B. Sanchez; 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 Juan Sanchez.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 30, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate