SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 51
In Memory
of
Jose Angel Marks, Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Jose Angel Marks, Jr., who died May 1,
2013, at the age of 72; and
WHEREAS, Joe Marks was born in Brownsville; the oldest son
of Jose Angel Marks, Sr., and his wife, Olivia, he excelled in
athletics at Saint Joseph Academy before entering the United
States Air Force; he served the nation with distinction and was
named Airman of the Month at Sheppard Air Force Base for his
exemplary work during the Cuban Missile Crisis; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Marks went on to earn a bachelor's degree in
electrical engineering from Texas A&I University and embark on a
long and productive career as an engineer; he was the owner and
operator of Marenco, Incorporated, a construction and
engineering firm, and he most recently worked for Dannenbaum
Engineering; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, 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 countless friends; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Jose Angel Marks, 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 Jose Angel Marks, Jr.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 17, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate