2021S0581-1 09/28/21
By: Hinojosa S.R. No. 43
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Jesusa F. Gomez, who died August 19,
2021, at the age of 100; and
WHEREAS, This treasured citizen was born in Yorktown,
Texas, on August 12, 1921; she lost her mother at the young age of
six, and she helped her father to raise her younger siblings; and
WHEREAS, Jesusa shared a life of devotion with her
husband, the late Valdemar Gomez; she raised their five children
by loving example, and her 13 grandchildren and 19
great-grandchildren enriched her life immeasurably; and
WHEREAS, Jesusa was admired by friends and loved ones for
her intelligence and her many creative and artistic skills; she
was an accomplished seamstress who made beautiful gowns for
weddings and formal occasions, and she owned Jessie's Flower Shop
for many years; she was also known as an amazing cook, and her
family most especially enjoyed her capirotada, tamales,
empanadas, and pan de polvo; and
WHEREAS, An esteemed member of the community, Jesusa was
politically active and was always ready to help a person in need;
in 2003, she and Mr. Gomez were honored as the San Juan Man and
Woman of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Jesusa Gomez was a cherished matriarch and a
woman of grace and charm; she was beloved by many, and she leaves
behind memories that will long be cherished 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, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Jesusa F. Gomez; 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 Jesusa Gomez.