SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 85
In Memory
of
Carlos David Ortiz
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Carlos David Ortiz, who died
August 31, 2021, at the age of 64; and
WHEREAS, An esteemed Texan, David Ortiz was a dedicated
peace officer, and he inspired his friends, colleagues, and loved
ones through his generous spirit, his love of family, and his
devotion to his community; and
WHEREAS, David was born in Galveston on July 15, 1957; in
his younger years, he worked as a trucker, a mechanic, and a
firefighter, and in 1996, he began a career in law enforcement;
after working for several agencies, he was honored to serve as a
member of the Colorado County Sheriff's Office in Columbus,
Texas; and
WHEREAS, David was a loving husband to Olga Ortiz, and he
was blessed with three children, Vanessa, Abigail, and Donovan,
and with two stepchildren, Kris Rivera and Kristi Hahn; his
grandchildren, Ayden Ortiz, Cordae Crist, and Kenzie Hahn were a
source of great pride for him; and
WHEREAS, David Ortiz had a heart for public service, and he
was a cherished friend and mentor to many; he will long be
remembered with respect and admiration 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, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Carlos David Ortiz; 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 Carlos Ortiz.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on October 18, 2021, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate