SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 264
In Memory
of
William Janke Kastrin
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of El Paso in mourning the loss of William Janke Kastrin, a beloved
businessman and philanthropist who died February 10, 2015, at the
age of 97; and
WHEREAS, Bill Kastrin, a third-generation El Pasoan, was
born to a pioneering El Paso business family on July 26, 1917; he
sought to make his city a better place through business and
philanthropic endeavors that helped shape El Paso and turn it
into the thriving West Texas gem it is today; and
WHEREAS, From an early age, Mr. Kastrin was determined to
improve the world around him, and the El Paso landscape reflects
many of his impressive achievements; in addition to overseeing
the construction of several landmark buildings, he served on many
charitable boards and anonymously donated land and funds to
nonprofit organizations; and
WHEREAS, Though he was honored to serve his community,
family was Mr. Kastrin's first true love, and he shared a life of
culture and accomplishment with his wife of 69 years, the late
Socorro Lozano Kastrin; they instilled in their children the
importance of social obligation, and their lessons have been
passed down to their grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Bill Kastrin was respected and beloved by all who
were privileged to share in his life; he left an indelible mark on
his family and the community, and his legacy will live on through
the work of the many people he inspired throughout his lifetime;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of William Janke Kastrin; 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 William Kastrin.
Rodriguez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 25, 2015,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate