SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 42
In Memory
of
Roman Soto Mercado
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Roman Soto Mercado, who died May 17,
2013, at the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, Roman Mercado was born on October 13, 1934, in
Fort Worth to Roman and Atilana Mercado; he grew up in Fort Worth
and graduated from Green B. Trimble Technical High School; and
WHEREAS, Following his graduation, Mr. Mercado joined the
United States Army, and he spent much of his time overseas in
Germany and France; and
WHEREAS, After his military service, he had a successful
career with the United States Postal Service, where he was a
loyal and well-respected employee for more than 30 years; and
WHEREAS, A man of integrity, strength, and generosity, Mr.
Mercado gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and
kindness will long be remembered by all who had the good fortune
to know him; and
WHEREAS, Roman Mercado was a steadfast friend and a devoted
husband; he is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Helen
Flores Mercado, two siblings, and numerous nieces and nephews;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Roman Soto Mercado; 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 Roman Mercado.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 12, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate