By: Bettencourt S.R. No. 50
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Dr. Michael DiTeresa, a beloved physician and
cherished friend to many in the Tomball community, passed away on
June 6, 2020, his 46th birthday; and
WHEREAS, A native of Houston, Michael Anthony DiTeresa was
born on June 6, 1974, to Matt and Barbara DiTeresa and named after
patron saints Michael and Anthony; he was adored by his late
father and was raised in a close-knit family along with an older
brother, Matt, and a younger sister, Marisa; his intellectual
gifts were evident from an early age, and he went on to graduate
summa cum laude from Rice University before studying medicine at
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas;
after completing his residency at Baylor University Medical
Center in Dallas, he embarked on a career in medicine that
empowered him to make a positive and profound difference in the
lives of others; and
WHEREAS, Dr. DiTeresa opened his private medical practice
in Tomball in 2004, and through the compassionate care he
provided, he readily won the esteem of his patients, his fellow
physicians, the nurses who worked alongside him, and countless
individuals in and beyond the community; he was a doctor of
immense enthusiasm, integrity, and ability, one who was ever
sensitive to the unique circumstances of his patients and who
always prioritized the needs of others ahead of his own; these
traits earned him a reputation for excellence in his field; and
WHEREAS, A man who had devoted his life to healing others,
Dr. DiTeresa waged his own courageous battle with pancreatic
cancer for 18 months, and from the support of those who rallied
around him, he found the strength and inspiration to continue
fighting every day; even as his battle drew to a close, he
demonstrated concern for fellow health care workers serving on
the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, for whom he had a great
deal of respect and admiration; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his exceptional achievements as a
physician, Dr. DiTeresa will be remembered for the passions and
interests that colored his life; he was an avid collector of
cars, a prolific reader, and a U2 "superfan" who traveled across
the world to see the band; he was also a scholar of the classics
and of Roman history, and he sought to live according to the
personal creed of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, "Strength and
Honor"; moreover, he was deeply patriotic, and he was known for
his strong Catholic faith; and
WHEREAS, Though his journey on this earth ended much too
soon, Dr. Michael DiTeresa created an inspiring legacy through
his generosity, humility, and selfless service, and the memory of
this extraordinary gentleman will forever light the hearts of
those he leaves behind; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 87th Texas Legislature,
2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Dr. Michael
Anthony DiTeresa and extend sincere sympathy to the members of
his family: to his mother, Barbara Ann DiTeresa; to his brother,
Matthew Douglas DiTeresa; to his sister, Marisa Ann DiTeresa
Wuttke; to his sister-in-law, Megan Elizabeth DiTeresa; to his
brother-in-law, Axel Wuttke; to his nephews, Matthew Joseph and
Anthony Christian DiTeresa and Max and Luke Wuttke; to his best
friend, Paresh Patel; and to his other relatives and friends;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Dr. Michael DiTeresa.