89R22089 DSH-D
By: Middleton S.R. No. 372
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Cernosek Wrecker Service in Pasadena is celebrating
its 50th anniversary in 2025, and this occasion provides a welcome
opportunity to recognize the business and its founder and owner,
Larry Cernosek; and
WHEREAS, First establishing Cernosek Wrecker in Houston in
1975, Mr. Cernosek moved the business to Deer Park in 1981 and
expanded the enterprise to include an automotive shop, Deer Park
Paint & Body; the company has since relocated to nearby Pasadena;
over the years, Mr. Cernosek has been very active in his industry,
serving several terms as chair of the Texas Towing and Storage
Association and holding membership in the Texas Motor
Transportation Association, which he previously led as president;
in 2000, he was inducted into the International Towing and Recovery
Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, Engaged in the wider community as well, Mr. Cernosek
has been involved with both the Deer Park and Pasadena Chambers of
Commerce; he has also served on the business development board at
Sterling Bank and as treasurer of The Rose, a nonprofit
organization that offers breast cancer screening and diagnostic
services; in addition, he has held the office of treasurer for North
Pasadena Community Outreach, which provides educational, health,
and after-school programs; among his many honors, he has received
the Outstanding Citizen of the Year award from the Deer Park Chamber
and the Community Builder Award from the Deer Park Masonic Lodge;
and
WHEREAS, For half a century, Cernosek Wrecker has been a
valued member of the Lone Star State's business community, and it is
a pleasure to join in celebrating this venerable enterprise as it
marks this milestone year in its history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of Cernosek Wrecker Service
and extend to Larry Cernosek and his staff sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Cernosek as an expression of high regard by the
Texas Senate.