TITLE: In memory of Louis Parada Escalante.

SUMMARY: In memory of Louis Parada Escalante.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, All who shared in the life of Louis Parada Escalante were deeply saddened by his death on March 20, 2025, at the age of 86; and WHEREAS, Born in San Antonio on November 20, 1938, Louis Escalante was the son of Sebastian Escalante and Emilia Parada; he was best known as a founding member and lead singer of the popular Chicano soul group the Royal Jesters; and WHEREAS, Formed on the west side of Alamo City in 1958, the Royal Jesters fused rock and roll with traditional Mexican American harmonies and performed in such local venues as Patio Andaluz, La Salle, Plaza Juarez, and Municipal Auditorium; Mr. Escalante lent his smooth and soulful vocals to hits like "My Angel of Love," "We Go Together," and "Love Me"; and WHEREAS, Above all else, Mr. Escalante was deeply devoted to his family; he shared a rewarding marriage with his wife, Dora Buentello Escalante, until her passing, and he took great pride in his three children, Luis, Mike, and Lizette, and his seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Louis Escalante made vital contributions to Tejano music through his singular talent, and his kindness, generosity, and strength of character will be remembered by all who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Louis Parada Escalante and extend profound condolences to the members of his family: to his sons, Luis Escalante Jr. and his wife, Laura Linda, and Mike Escalante and his wife, Fawn; to his daughter, Lizette Pleasanton; to his grandchildren, Gianna Sky Solares, Lindsay Denise Escalante, Zoe Kaitlyn Escalante, Marissa Chapa and her husband, Joseph, Marc Anthony Escalante, Evon Pleasanton, and Remington Pleasanton; to his great-grandchildren, Mateo, Marcelo, and Maciel Chapa; to his brother, Richard E. Sifuentes; to his sisters, Janie Martinez and Olga Villanueva; and to his other relatives and friends and his many fans; 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 Louis Escalante. Lujan Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 681 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on April 9, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House