By: Zaffirini, Hancock S.R. No. 61
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Laredo and Rio Bravo in mourning the loss of Lance
Corporal David Lee Espinoza, who died in the line of duty while
serving in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021, at the age of 20; and
WHEREAS, David Espinoza was born on July 10, 2001, in
Laredo, and he grew up in Rio Bravo; after earning his diploma
from Lyndon B. Johnson High School in 2019, he fulfilled his
lifelong dream of serving in the military, and he enlisted in the
United States Marine Corps; and
WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Espinoza served the nation with
distinction and was stationed in Jordan for two years; he
transferred to Kabul, Afghanistan, only one week before he was
tragically killed in the August 26 terrorist attack at the Kabul
airport that claimed the lives of 13 members of the American
military forces and killed and injured many others; and
WHEREAS, The passing of such a promising young person has
had an impact far beyond the Rio Bravo community, and military
service members, members of law enforcement, and countless
citizens across the nation have expressed their condolences and
have shared their grief over this devastating loss; and
WHEREAS, This heroic Marine was beloved by his family and
friends, who knew him as a kind, intelligent young man with a
quiet yet determined spirit and a generous heart; he was
dedicated to helping others and served as a volunteer in the Rio
Bravo community center to benefit those most vulnerable and in
need; and
WHEREAS, Left behind to honor his memory are his mother,
Elizabeth Holguin; his father, Vic Dominguez; his two brothers
and his sister; and a host of friends and loved ones who were
inspired by his strength, his courage, and his commitment to
service; and
WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Espinoza was an American hero who
risked all to protect our country and his fellow citizens, and he
made the ultimate sacrifice while working to preserve this
country's freedom; his brave service on behalf of this nation
will not be forgotten, and his selfless spirit and strength have
left an indelible mark on the lives of all who were privileged to
know him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature,2nd Called Session, hereby extend our most sincere
and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family of Lance
Corporal David Lee Espinoza of Rio Bravo; 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 U.S. Marine Lance Corporal David Espinoza.