SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 156 In Memory of Steve Gomez WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Steve Gomez, who died January 25, 2021, at the age of 44; and WHEREAS, This exemplary Texan was a devoted husband, son, father, and grandfather, an esteemed public servant, and a cherished friend to many; and WHEREAS, A native of Austin, Steve Gomez was born to Roy and Linda Gomez, on April 9, 1976; he shared 26 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Pauletta Gomez, and they were well-liked residents of the Pflugerville community; Steve enjoyed a 23-year career with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, and he loved his work and was admired by his colleagues for his friendly demeanor and strong work ethic; and WHEREAS, Steve was an adoring father to his two children, Gabby Gomez and Steven Gomez, and he was blessed with two grandchildren, Zayden and Zoey, who enriched his life immeasurably; and WHEREAS, Mr. Gomez enjoyed barbecuing for friends and family, and he was an avid fan of The University of Texas Longhorns, the Dallas Cowboys, and the New York Yankees; when his son was young, he formed a children's baseball team, which later expanded to include many in the neighborhood; and WHEREAS, A man of wisdom, kindness, and integrity, Steve Gomez was a treasured citizen who touched the lives of many, and he will long be remembered with respect and admiration by all who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Steve Gomez; 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 Steve Gomez. Eckhardt ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 18, 2021. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate