TITLE: In memory of Ramiro Munoz, Jr.

SUMMARY: In memory of Ramiro Munoz, Jr.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Carrizo Springs in mourning the loss of Ramiro Munoz, Jr., who died June 11, 2013, at the age of 58; and WHEREAS, Ramiro Munoz was born on July 18, 1954; he grew up to become a treasured community leader in the town of Carrizo Springs; at the time of his death, he had been serving for less than a month as the town's new city manager; and WHEREAS, Mr. Munoz was married and was the father of two grown children; he was also a grandfather and was noted for his love of young people, his work as an educator, and his efforts to raise funds for scholarships; and WHEREAS, He had a longtime successful career as the manager of H-E-B stores in Carrizo Springs and Crystal City; following his retirement he served as a mathematics teacher at a local intermediate school; he was dedicated to his work as a teacher, and he postponed his starting date as city manager so he could help his students with their state-mandated testing; and WHEREAS, Ramiro Munoz was respected for his high standards and his many accomplishments; he was a generous, warm, and kindhearted person who gave unselfishly of his time to others; and WHEREAS, He was devoted to his family and was an exemplary gentleman who was beloved by many, and he will long be remembered with affection and appreciation by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Ramiro Munoz, Jr.; 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 Ramiro Munoz. Uresti President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 21, 2013, by a rising vote.