SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 32
In Memory
of
Ezequiel P. Laurel
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Ezequiel P. Laurel, who died
December 11, 2020, at the age of 85; and
WHEREAS, A native Laredoan, Ezequiel Laurel was born on
April 29, 1935; he attended Saint Joseph Academy, and he earned a
diploma from Martin High School; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Laurel had a rewarding career in public
service and was an esteemed community leader; he served as the
Webb County tax assessor-collector for 25 years and later served
in the El Paso Central Appraisal District for 14 years; he was
active as a volunteer in his community and was a supporter of
Habitat for Humanity for many years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Laurel shared 36 years of marriage with his
beloved wife, Bebe Caballero Laurel; he was blessed with 10
children, Rick Laurel, Ezequiel P. Laurel Jr., Steven Laurel,
Geoffrey Laurel, Laurence Laurel, Christopher Laurel, Michael
Laurel, Alan Laurel, Judith Laurel, and John Thomas Laurel, and his
four grandchildren were a source of much pride and joy for him; and
WHEREAS, Ezequiel Laurel was a man of spiritual devotion,
and he inspired those who knew him through his commitment to
public service; he was beloved by many, 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, 87th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Ezequiel P. Laurel; 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 Ezequiel Laurel.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 9, 2021, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate