SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 259
In Memory
of
Andy C. Esparza Jr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Andy C. Esparza Jr., who died December
12, 2015, at the age of 72; and
WHEREAS, Andy Esparza was born April 6, 1943, in Abilene,
to Andy and Mary Esparza; a graduate of Cooper High School, he
served the nation with distinction as a member of the United
States Army; and
WHEREAS, He worked professionally with Sears, Roebuck and
Company and Moore Business Forms before establishing his own
successful company, RAM Business Forms, in 1990; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, he was a member of First Church of the Nazarene in
Abilene; he was also active in a wide range of charitable
organizations, notably the Ben Richey Boys Ranch; and
WHEREAS, He was devoted to his beloved wife, Rosie, and his
stepsons, daughters, and granddaughter were a source of much
pride and joy; and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave unselfishly to others; his wise and generous spirit and his
enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will long be
remembered by his family and his many friends; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Andy C. Esparza Jr.; 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 Andy C. Esparza Jr.
Perry
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 21, 2017,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate