SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 43
In Memory
of
Leoncio Jimenez
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Leoncio Jimenez,
who died May 17, 2013, at the age of 83; and
WHEREAS, Leo Jimenez was born April 28, 1930, in Taylor; he
served the nation with distinction during the Korean War as a
member of the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jimenez established Leo's Foods,
Incorporated, in North Fort Worth in 1978; his management style
and strong leadership contributed greatly to the creation of a
successful tortilla business; and
WHEREAS, This dedicated entrepreneur earned numerous
awards over the course of his career; he was named Business Man of
the Year by the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and he
was inducted into the Tortilla Industry Association Hall of Fame;
and
WHEREAS, He was active in a variety of religious and
philanthropic organizations, including Tabernacle Lodge 1195,
the Fort Worth Scottish Rite, and the Moslah Shrine; he was a
member of Iglesia Bautista Getsemani; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and determination, he
gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather, 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, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Leoncio Jimenez; 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 Leo Jimenez.
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