89R25798 CW-D By: Garcia Hernandez H.R. No. 1022 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Cash Kociela passed away on September 24, 2024, at the age of nine, and memories of this vibrant and caring young boy will forever endure in the hearts of those who knew and loved him; and WHEREAS, Born on January 22, 2015, Cash was the beloved son of Alexa Grimland and Don Kociela, and he is greatly missed by his sister, Taylor, with whom he loved to swim and ride bicycles around the neighborhood; he grew into an energetic and naturally athletic youngster who could outrun every child on the playground at his Montessori school, and he was guided through life by his adventurous spirit and his desire to explore the world around him; and WHEREAS, Accompanied by his best friend, Jace, Cash fearlessly and playfully roamed his neighborhood, scaling fences and building makeshift forts; he loved animals, and he developed an affinity for the outdoors at an early age; he greatly enjoyed playing basketball and going fishing with his grandfather, Larry Grimland; in addition, his compassionate nature and his willingness to help others made him a cherished friend and readily endeared him to both his peers and older generations; and WHEREAS, Although the tragic passing of Cash Kociela has brought an incalculable loss to the many people who held him dear, they may find comfort in knowing that their lives have been forever enriched by the love, laughter, and joy that they shared with him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Cash Kociela and extend deepest condolences to his family and friends; 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 Cash Kociela.