SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 372
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 State of Texas, 89th
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 from
the Texas Senate.
Middleton
________________________________
President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 7, 2025.
________________________________
Secretary of the Senate
________________________________
Member, Texas Senate