SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 741 In Memory of Robert G. Gonzalez Sr. WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Robert G. Gonzalez Sr., who died April 20, 2019, at the age of 85; and WHEREAS, Robert Gonzalez Sr. was born on March 2, 1934, in Refugio, to Lalo and Anita Gonzalez; he served the nation with distinction in the United States Army as a rifle master and a tank driver; he was a successful entrepreneur who owned and operated several businesses in Robstown; and WHEREAS, Mr. Gonzalez was devoted to his family; he was blessed with three children, Robert Gonzalez Jr., Sandra Gonzalez, and the late Sylvia Gonzalez Landeros, by his first wife, Emilia Gonzalez, and he was blessed with two stepchildren, Felipe Zuniga and Margarita Zuniga, by his second wife, the late Marie Zuniga Gonzalez; his six grandchildren and his great-grandson were a source of much pride and joy for him; and WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and generosity, he gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in his life; and WHEREAS, Robert Gonzalez was beloved by many, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Robert G. Gonzalez 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 Robert G. Gonzalez Sr. Hinojosa ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 15, 2019, by a rising vote. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate