SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 472
In Memory
of
Jose Enrique Alejos
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Jose Enrique Alejos, who died on
February 8, 2025, at the age of 85; and
WHEREAS, Born on September 18, 1939, Jose Alejos lived a
full and meaningful life shaped by his deep love for his
family, his entrepreneurial spirit, and his commitment to his
community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Alejos was the proud founder and owner of
Hamburger King Restaurant, an Edinburg institution that has
served the community for more than 50 years; under his
leadership, the restaurant became not only a beloved destination
for delicious cuisine, especially his renowned chicken, but also
a popular gathering place where community ties were strengthened
and countless fond memories were made; and
WHEREAS, Noted for his warmth and his personable and
friendly nature, Mr. Alejos welcomed customers to his restaurant
as if they were family and took great pride in creating an
inviting atmosphere; his uncompromising work ethic, his
commitment to quality, and his thoughtful and compassionate
demeanor helped to shape the business into a pillar of the
community that continues to enrich the cultural fabric of
Edinburg; and
WHEREAS, In addition to the great reward Mr. Alejos found
as a business owner, he was passionate about the sport of boxing
and was well known for promoting local boxing talent; he donated
his time and energy to better his community and was dedicated to
mentoring young people, and he generously volunteered his
efforts to support such organizations as the Boys and Girls Club
of Edinburg; and
WHEREAS, Jose Alejos was a beloved patriarch, and his
children and grandchildren were a source of immeasurable pride
and joy to him; he relished gathering the family to share his
favorite classic films, lively conversation, and family
stories that spanned generations, and he especially cherished
spending time with his grandchildren and enjoying their
playful antics; and
WHEREAS, Jose Alejos leaves behind a legacy of hard work
and dedication, wisdom, compassion, and service to his
community; the example he set through his enthusiasm for living
each day to the fullest will continue to inspire all who knew him,
and his memory will be forever treasured by his many loved ones;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Jose Enrique Alejos; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his 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 Jose Alejos.
Hinojosa of Hidalgo
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 1, 2025, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate