SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 18
In Memory
of
Jose Nieto Robledo
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas mourns the loss of
Jose Nieto Robledo, who died August 7, 2021, at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, A native of Webberville, Jose Robledo was born on
March 19, 1935; he was raised in Edinburg, and he left school
early to help support his family by working as a farmer and
migrant laborer; and
WHEREAS, Jose married Consuelo Alfaro Robledo in 1955, and
together they raised 13 children by loving and hard-working
example; he was blessed with 30 grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Jose worked in a number of jobs and earned his
General Educational Development certificate while attending
night school; he enjoyed a career as the buildings and grounds
superintendent for the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School
District, where he oversaw maintenance work at 36 district
campuses; and
WHEREAS, A devoted community steward, Jose was an active
congregant of the Holy Family Church in Edinburg, where he served
in several leadership positions; through his work with the church
and the Valley Interfaith Organization, he traveled to Austin
during legislative sessions to organize meetings with
legislators, educate the public on issues facing the families of
the Rio Grande Valley, and rally support for the region; he also
volunteered to minister to the youth at the Hidalgo County
Detention Center for 12 years; and
WHEREAS, Jose Robledo was a true Texas gentleman and a
tireless servant of the Edinburg community; 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, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Jose Nieto Robledo; 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 Jose Robledo.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on August 11, 2021, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate