SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 490
In Memory
of
Michael Tovar
WHEREAS, The untimely passing of Michael Tovar of San Antonio
on December 20, 2014, at the age of 23, brought deep sorrow to the
many friends and family of this caring and energetic young Texan;
and
WHEREAS, A native of the Alamo City, Michael Tovar was born
on August 10, 1991, to Gregorio and Betty Tovar and grew up with
the companionship of his five brothers and sisters; he was a 2010
graduate of McCollum High School, where he participated in the
Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps program and rose to the
rank of cadet captain; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Tovar went on to receive his welding certificate
from South Texas Vocational Technical Institute and his
commercial driver's license from Texas Road Master; he was
trained as both a welder and electrician, finding employment with
the Public Works Department of the City of San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, Blessed with an array of talents and interests,
Mr. Tovar enjoyed dancing, playing billiards, carpentry, landscaping,
and spending time in the outdoors, and he embraced the cowboy
culture of South Texas; he was also known for his generous spirit
and for the countless times he went out of his way to lend a hand to
someone in need; and
WHEREAS, Although the loss of a young man so bright with
promise brings immeasurable heartache, those who knew and loved
Michael Tovar may find comfort in remembering the joy and enthusiasm
that defined his life, and they will forever carry his memory in
their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Michael Tovar and
extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his
parents, Gregorio and Betty Tovar; to his siblings, Gregory,
Jason, Christine, Veronica, and Elisabeth; to his grandmother,
Martha Delgado; to his girlfriend, Kristie Luna; and to his other
relatives and many friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Michael Tovar.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 7, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate