TITLE: In memory of Annette Castillo of San Antonio.

SUMMARY: In memory of Annette Castillo of San Antonio.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the passing of Annette Durand Castillo of San Antonio on July 8, 2017, at the age of 47; and WHEREAS, The beloved daughter of Paul P. Castillo Jr. and the late Eudelia Castillo, Annette Castillo was born on November 1, 1969, and grew up with the companionship of her six older siblings, Hermelinda, Lillian, Arlene, Debra, Charles, and Arthur; and WHEREAS, After graduating from high school, Ms. Castillo briefly attended business school before beginning a rewarding career with the Bexar County Clerk's Office that spanned 22 years; her professionalism and friendly disposition quickly won her the respect and admiration of her colleagues there, and she rose through the ranks to become a county court clerk; later in life, she also worked at United Healthcare; and WHEREAS, A talented baker, Ms. Castillo was widely known for her decadent desserts, and she delighted in treating friends and coworkers to cakes, pies, and cookies; she also found great fulfillment in caring for her two cherished cats, Sassy and Chloe; and WHEREAS, Annette Castillo touched countless lives with her joyful spirit and her ever-present smile, and all those who were fortunate enough to know her will forever hold her close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Annette Castillo and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her family: to her father, Paul P. Castillo Jr., and her stepmother, Maria Elena Castillo; to her sisters, Hermelinda Almanza, Lillian Cronk, Arlene Ortiz, and Debra DeVilbiss; to her brothers, Charles and Arthur Castillo; and to her other relatives and many friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Annette Castillo. Minjarez Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 289 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on August 15, 2017. Chief Clerk of the House