88R27132 KSM-D
By: Bowers H.R. No. 1524
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and
meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and friends
of David Leos, who passed away on September 2, 2021, at the age of
62; and
WHEREAS, The son of Faustino and Maria Leos, David Leos was
born in Dallas on July 15, 1959; he was raised in Mesquite, and he
grew up with the companionship of seven siblings; following his
graduation from Bishop Lynch High School in 1977, he continued his
education at The University of Texas at Arlington; and
WHEREAS, In 1981, Mr. Leos embarked on a four-decade career
with the Dallas Fire-Rescue department, and he distinguished
himself as one of the city's longest-serving Latino firefighters;
he served on the front lines as a paramedic for 13 years, and along
the way, he endeared himself to others in the department through his
work as a driver engineer and cook; he earned a reputation for his
easygoing demeanor and his ability to accomplish just about any
task, and his colleagues collected many "Super Dave" stories
through the years; and
WHEREAS, David Leos contracted COVID-19 while performing EMS
duties, and he eventually succumbed to complications from the
disease; he was the first active duty firefighter in Dallas to die
from COVID-19 and was laid to rest with full honors from Dallas
Fire-Rescue; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Leos and his wife, Darlene, shared a rewarding
marriage, and he was the proud father of two sons, David and Joseph,
and six daughters, Tiffany, Karyn, Sarah, Helena, Liana, and
Lauren; with the passing years, he experienced the joy of welcoming
six grandchildren into his treasured family; he and his wife loved
traveling, dancing, and participating in Zumba classes together,
and he also enjoyed writing songs, playing the guitar, hunting, and
fishing; known for his skills at the barbecue grill, he began
entering competitions with Papa Leos BBQ, featuring his own secret
sauce; moreover, he was a valued congregant of Lakepointe Church,
and he turned to his faith for guidance in his life, particularly
after fighting a difficult battle with leukemia; and
WHEREAS, Although David Leos is deeply missed, memories of
his faith, his strength, and his devotion to his family remain to
comfort and inspire those he has left behind; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of David Leos and extend
heartfelt condolences to his relatives and many friends; 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 David Leos.