SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 34
In Memory
of
Baltazar Salazar Sr.
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Baltazar Salazar Sr., who died
June 23, 2016, at the age of 85; and
WHEREAS, Baltazar Salazar was born on April 1, 1931, in
Edinburg, Texas; he graduated from Edinburg High School in 1951,
and he joined the United States Marine Corps later that same
year; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Salazar was a distinguished veteran who took
part in the historic first amphibian assault during the Korean
War; he was honored with the Korean Service Medal with Stars and
the Navy Commendation Medal with Honors for his acts of bravery
during the conflict, and he extended his patriotic service for
our country as a member of the Marine Reserves; and
WHEREAS, After the war, Baltazar enrolled at Pan American
University, where he was selected to join the elite Broncs
baseball team; he graduated with bachelor's degrees in physical
education and government, and he went on to have a fulfilling
30-year career as a teacher, mentor, and coach; and
WHEREAS, Baltazar shared a life of devotion with Maria
Elena Leal, his high school sweetheart and a former Miss Rio
Grande Valley Beauty Queen; they were married on December 23,
1956, and they were blessed with five children, 13 grandchildren,
and numerous great-grandchildren, who were a source of immense
pride and joy; and
WHEREAS, Baltazar Salazar was a beloved member of his
community; he enriched the lives of others by his kindness, his
integrity, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest;
he was a true American hero, 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, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences
to the bereaved family of Baltazar Salazar Sr.; 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 Baltazar Salazar.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 19, 2017, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate