84R22609 KSM-D By: Herrero H.R. No. 2140 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The loved ones of Guadalupe L. Garcia of Corpus Christi were greatly saddened by his passing on March 30, 2015, at the age of 79; and WHEREAS, Affectionately known as "Buddie," Guadalupe Garcia was born on June 18, 1935, in Barranco Blanco Ranch to Ernesto and Elmira Laurel Garcia; he was a talented member of the Benavides High School football team, and he later served his country with distinction in the United States Army; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Garcia was blessed with the love and support of his wife of 56 years, Hilda; he was the proud father of Annabel, Hilda, Rolando, and Orlando, and he doted on his grandchildren and great-granddaughter; in his leisure time, he enjoyed visiting his ranch, hunting with his sons and grandsons, and attending dances with his wife; and WHEREAS, Guadalupe Garcia cherished the time he spent in the company of his family and friends, and those he leaves behind will in turn treasure their memories of this kind and caring man; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Guadalupe L. Garcia and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Hilda R. Garcia; to his children, Annabel Garcia Cano, Hilda Lathrop, Rolando Garcia and his wife, Doris, and Orlando Garcia; to his grandchildren, Juan, Joseph, Javier, Dayne, Jacob, Desiree and her husband, Eddie, Payge, and Christopher; to his great-grandchild, Alaura Frances; to his sister, Lydia Barrera, and her husband, Alfelio; and to his other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Guadalupe Garcia.