SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 44
In Memory
of
Norma Rocha Valles
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Norma Rocha Valles, who died
June 7, 2023 at the age of 53; and
WHEREAS, Norma Valles was born on July 10, 1969, in Dallas;
a treasured citizen and a talented vocalist, her artistry and
compassion for others had a profound impact on the Dallas
community; and
WHEREAS, A 1987 graduate of South Grande Prairie High
School, Norma married Alfonso Valles in 1989, and they were
blessed with three children, Leah, Lauren, and Alfonso Jr.; the
couple enjoyed great success with their restaurant, Casita
Tex-Mex Bar and Grill, and Norma found yet another career as a
home remodeler and general contractor with her own business, NV
Contractors; and
WHEREAS, After winning the grand prize at La Fuente talent
show in 1997, Norma's singing career quickly ascended; she
performed as the only woman with a Tejano band, Grupo Cariño, and
broke into the male-dominated mariachi industry to become known
as Queen of the Mariachis in Dallas; Norma recorded multiple
compact discs, including Ahi Te Va, Reflections of Romance, Every
Time We Say Goodbye, and Ya No Soy La Misma, and she frequently
performed the national anthem at sporting events for the Texas
Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, and FC Dallas; and
WHEREAS, Norma was active in the Hispanic Women's Network
of Texas Dallas Chapter, the Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,
DFW Hispanic 100, Junior Players, and the Cara Mía Theatre
Company; she was a passionate supporter of veterans and military
service members, and she always went out of her way to help those
in need; and
WHEREAS, Norma was a caring and vibrant community steward
who gave selflessly of her time and her musical talents, and her
voice was an inspiration to countless individuals; a devoted
wife, mother, and grandmother, Norma will long be remembered for
her kindness and enthusiasm, and her bright spirit will live on
in the memories of all who loved her; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Norma Rocha Valles; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her 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 Norma Valles.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 27, 2023, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate