TITLE: In memory of Jaime Longoria, Jr., of Edinburg.

SUMMARY: In memory of Jaime Longoria, Jr., of Edinburg.

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WHEREAS, Words cannot adequately express the sorrow felt at the untimely death of Jaime Longoria, Jr., of Edinburg, who passed away on January 27, 2011, at the age of six; and WHEREAS, Born on October 26, 2004, to Jaime and Sary Longoria, Jaime Longoria, Jr., was soon diagnosed with an extremely serious heart condition that would necessitate five open heart surgeries, two pacemakers, and two artificial heart valves before the age of two and that would ultimately claim his young life; and WHEREAS, Jaime received a heart transplant on January 26, 2006; despite remaining at high risk for infection, he took his first steps, and soon grew to enjoy taking walks, watching movies, working on the computer, playing alphabet games, and doing exercises; and WHEREAS, Since birth, Jaime Longoria was treasured by his parents, who were with him every step of the way throughout his medical journey, and he enjoyed the love and prayers of his older siblings, Kristen and Joseph, as well; also providing invaluable support to the family were Mr. Longoria's colleagues at the Texas Secretary of State, a host of caring professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and church leaders, and a teacher and two coaches who spent years visiting the boy at home and teaching him exercises, letters, numbers, and basic life skills; and WHEREAS, Seeking to channel their grief into charity, members of the Longoria family are planning to host a banquet later this year to raise funds to help the siblings of children afflicted with health crises; and WHEREAS, Although it is immeasurably painful to say good-bye to one so young and full of promise, the loved ones and many friends of Jaime Longoria may find comfort in knowing that they surrounded him in the warm embrace of their affection during his time on this earth, and they will forever carry memories of this cherished child close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jaime Longoria, Jr., and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Jaime and Sary Longoria; to his sister, Kristen Longoria; to his brother, Joseph Longoria; to his grandparents, Maria Flores and Jose and Lala Longoria; and to his other relatives and friends; 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 Jaime Longoria, Jr. Gonzales of Hidalgo Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2168 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 26, 2011. Chief Clerk of the House