H.R. No. 1376
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The family and friends of Xavier James Lopez of
Uvalde will forever cherish their memories of this vibrant and
beloved young boy, who passed away on May 24, 2022, at the age of 10;
and
WHEREAS, Xavier Lopez was born in Uvalde on March 12, 2012, to
Abel Lopez and Felicha Martinez, and he grew up with the
companionship of his siblings, Jose Mata, Jermya Lopez, and little
brother Justan Lopez; he also enjoyed the affection of an extended
family that included his niece, Katalina Mata, along with numerous
aunts and uncles, and he was preceded in death by his grandfather,
Benito Martinez Sr.; and
WHEREAS, Active and energetic, Xavier was known for his
impressive sense of style and his penchant for dancing to Colombian
rhythms; he enjoyed performing for the camera, and he was blessed
with a fun-loving, lighthearted personality and a smile that could
brighten anyone's day; he was also fond of art class at school,
where he had recently made the honor roll, and he was discovering
his passion for baseball as a member of his team, the Blue Jays; and
WHEREAS, Xavier Lopez brought joy to his loved ones through
his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest, and he will
forever hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Xavier James Lopez
and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his
parents, Abel Lopez and Felicha Martinez; to his grandparents,
Leonard and Amelia Sandoval; to his siblings, Jose Mata and his
wife, Angel Marie, Jermya Lopez, and Justan Lopez; to his niece,
Katalina Mata; and to the countless others in Uvalde and beyond who
mourn his passing; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Xavier
Lopez.
King of Uvalde
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1376 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on May 2, 2023.
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Chief Clerk of the House