TITLE: In memory of Raquel Mosbacker.

SUMMARY: In memory of Raquel Mosbacker.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Raquel Mosbacker, who died January 30, 2013, in Brownsville; and WHEREAS, This beloved mother and wife was much respected in her community and was known for her generosity and compassion; and WHEREAS, A native daughter of Tamaulipas, Mexico, Raquel Mosbacker devoted a great deal of her life to helping others; foremost among her concerns were the education of young people and a commitment to charitable efforts on behalf of those in need; and WHEREAS, For more than 40 years, Raquel Mosbacker worked as a teacher, principal, and superintendent in Tamaulipas, and her tremendous contributions impacted the lives of thousands of young people; and WHEREAS, In Brownsville, she was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, where she and her husband, Mervyn, spent countless hours volunteering for programs for the underserved; and WHEREAS, It was in her deepest nature to care for others, and she was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend; she leaves behind many unforgettable memories, which will forever be cherished by her husband of 66 years, Mervyn Mosbacker, and by their children, Marcus, Mervyn, Myra, and Matthew, and their six grandchildren; 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 Raquel Mosbacker; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her 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 Raquel Mosbacker. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 12, 2013, by a rising vote.