SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 503
In Memory
of
Lydia Estela Oliveira Canales
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Lydia Estela Oliveira Canales, who died
April 7, 2025, at the age of 96; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Benavides, Lydia was born
on February 19, 1929, as the second of seven children born to
Crescencio and Velia Oliveira; and
WHEREAS, Lydia shared 54 years of marriage with F. H.
"Tocho" Canales Sr., her beloved late husband, and they were
blessed with three children, Lille Annell Canales, F. H. Canales
Jr., and Juan Antonio Canales, and their dear family friend, Mary
Alice Palomino, who were each a source of great pride and joy in
their lives; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary citizen, Lydia was well known and
respected in her community for her dedication to many local
organizations and for her amiability toward everyone; she was
involved with the Parent Teacher Association and school board for
her children's schools for many years, and her public service
included serving as a county election judge and 25 years as chair
of the Duval County Historical Commission; and
WHEREAS, Above all, Lydia cherished sharing quality time
with her loved ones, and she found great fulfillment in cooking,
creating arts and crafts, and planning celebrations for her
family; she treasured holiday festivities, camping trips, and
any time spent together with her children, siblings, cousins, and
many other special relatives, and her three grandchildren
enriched her life immeasurably; and
WHEREAS, A woman of warmth, generosity, and strength,
Lydia gave unselfishly to others, and she leaves behind memories
that will be treasured forever by her loving family and by all who
were privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Lydia Estela Oliveira Canales; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her 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 Lydia Canales.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 7, 2025, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate