SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 862
In Memory
of
Victor Apodaca III
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Victor "Trae" Apodaca
III, who died April 23, 2019, at the age of 55; and
WHEREAS, Born September 5, 1963, Trae Apodaca was an
esteemed member of the community, and he enriched the lives of
all who knew him through his kind nature, his gentle spirit, and
his sincere concern for others; and
WHEREAS, Trae demonstrated a desire to help others while
still a young man, and he took great joy in teaching his sister how
to swim and drive a car; his thoughtfulness remained steadfast
throughout his life, and he was noted for actively supporting his
loved ones' professions, interests, and hobbies; and
WHEREAS, Trae's true passion was in the hospitality
business, and he enjoyed a long career as the owner of Café
Central, a premier upscale restaurant in Downtown El Paso; he
became a local icon of the restaurant industry, and he sold his
establishment in 2009 after 18 years of running the business; he
then entered the bail bond business as the owner and operator of
Apodaca Bail Bonds; and
WHEREAS, A loving and supportive family man, Trae shared a
life of devotion with Shirlyn Apodaca, and he was blessed with
three children, who enriched his life immeasurably; and
WHEREAS, Trae Apodaca cherished time spent with friends
and loved ones, and he was always there for them in times of need;
he was known for his love of family, food, dogs, and good wine,
and he will long be remembered with respect and admiration by all
who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Victor Apodaca III; 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 Victor Apodaca III.
Rodríguez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 27, 2019, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate