SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 173
In Memory
of
Jose Angel Martinez
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Jose Angel Martinez, who died on
December 16, 2019, at the age of 67; and
WHEREAS, Jose Angel Martinez was born on August 2, 1952, in
El Palmarito, Nuevo León, Mexico; he attended elementary school
through the third grade before immigrating with his family to the
United States; and
WHEREAS, A man of determination and strength, Mr. Martinez
served as a foreman in the Central Valley of California and was
employed with the same farmer for nearly 50 years; he was blessed
with four children and nine grandchildren, who were a source of
great pride and joy in his life; and
WHEREAS, A devoted father, Mr. Martinez instilled in his
children the values of hard work, self-reliance, and the
importance of contributing to one's community; he helped his
children achieve their dreams and found great reward in their
successes; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez cherished time spent with family,
and he enjoyed his visits during the holidays with family members
in the Rio Grande Valley; he resided in Mission while being cared
for by family, and he returned to his native Mexico, where he
spent his final days; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez was a source of strength and
inspiration in the lives of those who knew him, and he leaves
behind memories that will be forever treasured by his family and
friends and by all who were privileged to share in his life; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Jose Angel Martinez; 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 Jose Angel Martinez.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 15, 2023,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate