TITLE: In memory of Ramiro Robles of El Paso.

SUMMARY: In memory of Ramiro Robles of El Paso.

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WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the passing of Ramiro Robles of El Paso on December 9, 2018, at the age of 85; and WHEREAS, The son of Jose Robles and Dolores Gonzalez Robles, Ramiro Robles was born on January 7, 1933, and grew up with three brothers, Carlos, Jose, and Eduardo, and a sister, Bertha; he attended Bowie High School in El Paso and went on to join the U.S. Air Force, serving his country during the Korean War; after leaving the military, he embarked on a successful career as a civilian employee with the transportation department at Fort Bliss; and WHEREAS, Valuing family above all else, Mr. Robles shared 64 years of marriage with his wife, Belen Borrego Robles, and he took great pride in his children, Mary Helen, Carlos Francisco, and Ramiro; with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, This esteemed civic leader was a longtime member of the League of United Latin American Citizens, serving as national vice president for the Southwest for two terms and helping LULAC Councils No. 132 and No. 298 with educational and youth programs; a sports enthusiast, he loved following the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys, and he enjoyed traveling and playing golf; and WHEREAS, Although Ramiro Robles is greatly missed, he has left his family and friends with many cherished memories, and he will forever hold a special place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Ramiro Robles and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn his passing; 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 Ramiro Robles. Fierro Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 485 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 9, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House