SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 537
In Memory
of
Maria Gutierrez
WHEREAS, A life made rich through meaningful service drew
to a close with the passing of Maria T. Gutierrez of Willacy
County on April 15, 2019, at the age of 72; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Eutimio and Teresa Gutierrez,
Mary Gutierrez was born in Sarita on October 2, 1946, and she grew
up with the companionship of nine siblings; throughout her life,
she worked to help and support others, and she was a devoted and
loyal friend to many; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Gutierrez became city commissioner of
Raymondville in 1999, and she held that office for 16 years
before concluding her tenure in 2015; dedicated to her community,
she was a member of the Raymondville Chamber of Commerce board of
directors, and she was active in numerous civic organizations,
including Raymondville Amigos Del Valle, Willacy County Little
League, Court Appointed Special Advocates, Su Clinica Familiar,
and the Willacy County Child Welfare Board; in addition, she was
a former member of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development
Council; and
WHEREAS, On January 1, 2001, Ms. Gutierrez joined the
Willacy County Emergency Service District Board, and she was
elected president of the board in 2015; she ably led the
organization until her passing, and she is being posthumously
honored with the dedication of its building in her memory; and
WHEREAS, Through her leadership, generosity, and
commitment to service, Mary Gutierrez made a positive difference
in the lives of countless Willacy County residents, and her
contributions will continue to resonate for years to come; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life and legacy of
Maria T. Gutierrez; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns
this day, it do so in memory of Mary Gutierrez.
LaMantia
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 10, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate