88S30481 AMB-D
By: Herrero H.R. No. 7
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
passing of Ramiro Humberto Gamboa Sr. of Corpus Christi on July 6,
2023, at the age of 73; and
WHEREAS, Affectionately known as "Gambi," Ramiro Gamboa was
born in Laredo on July 20, 1949, to Dolores and Antonietta Gamboa,
and he grew up with the companionship of four siblings, Javier,
Gerardo, Juanita, and Antonia; he graduated from Martin High School
in 1968 and subsequently began studies at Mercy Hospital to become
an X-ray technician, earning his credentials in 1969; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gamboa enjoyed a lengthy career as a surgical
radiology technician at CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus
Christi-Shoreline that spanned nearly five decades; a highly
regarded and passionate champion for civil rights and the education
of the Latino community, he gave generously of his time and talents
to the League of United Latin American Citizens Council No. 1; he
first became involved with the organization in the 1970s, and over
the years, he worked tirelessly to defend the rights of Hispanic
Americans, joining forces with a number of city, state, and
national elected officials and community leaders in order to create
social and economic change; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Gamboa enjoyed the love
and support of his wife of 54 years, Guadalupe; he was the devoted
father of four children, Ramiro, Jessica, Gabriel, and Christopher,
and with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family
grow to include nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren;
his life was further enriched by his beloved dog, Miguel; and
WHEREAS, While the death of Ramiro Gamboa brings immeasurable
sorrow to his family and friends, he leaves behind a legacy that
will long be treasured by all those who held him dear; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of
Ramiro Humberto Gamboa Sr. and extend sincere 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 House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ramiro
Gamboa.