SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 345
In Memory
of
Maria Aurelia Rivera
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Maria Aurelia Rivera, who died January
14, 2021, at the age of 66; and
WHEREAS, Aurelia Rivera was born to Jesus and Ramona Rios
on December 25, 1954; she was a kind and loving person, and her
genuine concern for others helped her shape a rewarding life of
service as an educator; and
WHEREAS, Aurelia earned a bachelor of science degree in
education from The University of Texas at Austin and a master of
education degree in counseling and guidance from The University
of Texas at Brownsville; she was a trusted teacher and school
counselor for 34 years, and most of her career entailed service
at Villareal Elementary School; and
WHEREAS, A devoted wife and mother, Aurelia was married to
Gumecindo Rivera Jr.; they were blessed with three children, and
their eight grandchildren enriched her life immeasurably; and
WHEREAS, Admired by friends for her easy smile and her
generous spirit, Aurelia Rivera always went out of her way to
help a friend, neighbor, or student in need; she was a cherished
member of her community, and she will long be remembered with
respect and admiration by all who were privileged to share in her
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 Maria Aurelia Rivera; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her 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 Aurelia Rivera.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 3, 2021, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate