SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 119
In Memory
of
Eduardo Genis Aguilar
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of Eduardo Genis
Aguilar, who died August 2, 2016, at the age of 79; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1936, Eduardo Aguilar was a longtime
resident of Brownsville; he touched the lives of others through
his kindness, his wise counsel, and his contributions to the
community; and
WHEREAS, Ed Aguilar was a respected educator who taught
Spanish and French at The University of Texas at Brownsville and
Texas Southmost College for many years; and
WHEREAS, An active member of his community, Ed served in a
number of leadership roles; he was a potentate of the local
Shriners chapter, and he was president of the West Brownsville
Lions Club; he was a congregant of the First United Methodist
Church, where he served on several boards and as the church
treasurer; and
WHEREAS, A devoted husband and father, Ed Aguilar was
respected and admired by many, and he leaves behind memories that
will long be cherished by all who were privileged to share in his
life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Eduardo Genis Aguilar; 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 Eduardo Aguilar.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 6, 2017, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate