SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 298
In Memory
of
Preciliano Medina
WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew
to a close with the passing of Atascosa County constable
Preciliano Medina on October 10, 2019, at the age of 66; and
WHEREAS, "Percy" Medina was born in San Antonio on
January 12, 1953, to Preciliano Medina Sr. and Evalina Leija, and
he grew up with six siblings, Patricia, Teresa, Diana, Michael,
John David, and Phyllis; he attended Harlandale High School, and
in 1978, he opened Medina Electric Motor Repair in Pleasanton,
which he owned and operated for more than 40 years; and
WHEREAS, In 1999, Mr. Medina was appointed the Precinct 1
constable of Atascosa County, and for nearly two decades, he
served his fellow citizens with dignity and respect, always
greeting people with a smile, a handshake, and a kind word; he
earned an associate's degree at St. Philip's College, and he
taught at Palo Alto College, where he started a scholarship
program for families in need; a man of faith, he belonged to the
Holy Name Society and taught catechism at Our Lady of Guadalupe
Catholic Church in Leming; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Medina enjoyed the love and support of his
wife, Roberta, with whom he shared a rewarding marriage of 46
years; the couple were blessed with four children, Erica,
Priscilla, Gabriel, and Mark, and their family later grew to
include six grandchildren, Joseph, Andrew, Samuel, Lucas, Emery,
and Hailey; and
WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family, his faith, and his
community, Percy Medina earned the lasting respect and
admiration of all who were privileged to know him; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Preciliano
Medina and extend heartfelt condolences to his loved ones; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Percy Medina.
Flores
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 13, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate