SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 109 In Memory of Alfred Esparza Gomez WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Alfred Esparza Gomez, who died January 12, 2015, at the age of 55; and WHEREAS, Alfred Gomez was born on January 29, 1959, in San Antonio, to Toribio and Irene Gomez; he served the nation with distinction as a member of the United States Marine Corps; and WHEREAS, Mr. Gomez enjoyed a fulfilling career as an operator with VIA Metropolitan Transit; he played an important role in shaping solutions for workplace issues through his service as vice president of his union; and WHEREAS, A man of strength, wisdom, and generosity, he gave unselfishly to others, and his great sense of humor and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, He was devoted to his family, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by those who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Alfred Esparza Gomez; 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 Alfred Esparza Gomez. Van de Putte ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 9, 2015, by a rising vote. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate