H.C.R. No. 119
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, On Memorial Day each May, citizens across our state
and nation come together for a day of solemn remembrance of those
servicemen and servicewomen who gave their lives in the line of
duty; and
WHEREAS, On May 27, 2023, the Fallen Heroes Memorial Service
will take place in the House chamber for the purpose of honoring all
members of the U.S. military killed in action and paying special
tribute to those from Texas who made the ultimate sacrifice for our
country; and
WHEREAS, This roll of honor includes U.S. Army Airborne
Sergeant Major James G. Sartor of Teague, U.S. Army Chief Warrant
Officer 2 David C. Knadle of Tarrant, U.S. Army Specialist Vincent
Sebastian Ibarria of San Antonio, Texas National Guard Sergeant
Bishop E. Evans of Arlington, U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal
David L. Espinoza of Laredo, and U.S. Army Airborne Sergeant First
Class Javier Jaguar Gutierrez of San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, These brave men exemplified the highest ideals of
the United States armed forces, inspiring others with their
fortitude, tenacity, and courage, and they are indeed deserving of
the lasting gratitude of their fellow Texans; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby pay tribute to the lives of the Texas fallen heroes and
extend sincere sympathy to all those who mourn their passing; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the family of each service member and that when the
Texas House of Representatives and Senate adjourn this day, they do
so in memory of the Texas fallen heroes.
Wilson
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 119 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 18, 2023.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 119 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the Senate on May 18, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor