TITLE: In memory of Officer Adrian Arellano of El Paso.

SUMMARY: In memory of Officer Adrian Arellano of El Paso.

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WHEREAS, The untimely death of Officer Adrian Arellano of the El Paso Police Department on March 18, 2015, at the age of 39, has brought a profound loss to his loved ones and to the community he served; and WHEREAS, A longtime resident of El Paso, "Curtis" Arellano graduated from Socorro High School in 1995 and had worked in the department for the past 10 years; he was steadfast in his dedication to protecting the safety and welfare of the public, and after only two years on the force, he was given a special assignment to the department's tactical section; and WHEREAS, Officer Arellano's gruff, no-nonsense exterior belied his warm heart and generous nature; he was a true friend to many, and his affection and devotion to his wife of 13 years, Margaret, and their son, Adrian, were apparent to all who knew him; he cherished his role as a father and always strove to set an honorable example; and WHEREAS, Though Officer Arellano's life ended far too soon, he leaves behind a record of service that his loved ones can remember with pride; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Officer Adrian Arellano and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Margaret Arellano; to his son, Adrian Arellano Jr.; to his parents, Juan Manuel and Estela Arellano; to his brothers, Juan Carlos and Steven and his wife, Ginesa Snelling; to his sister, Mayra; to his nephews, Mario and Aaron; to his niece, Alicia; to his grandparents, Manuel Arellano and Arcadia Huerta; to his brothers-in-law, Jerry Delgado and his wife, Patricia, and Fidel Rivera Jr.; to his mother-in-law, Romelia Rivera; to his brothers and sisters in blue; and to his other friends and relatives; 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 Officer Adrian Arellano. M rquez Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1879 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 7, 2015. Chief Clerk of the House