TITLE: In memory of Napoleon G. "Polo" Sanchez of Lytle.

SUMMARY: In memory of Napoleon G. "Polo" Sanchez of Lytle.

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WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories of Napoleon G. Sanchez of Lytle, who passed away on September 25, 2020, at the age of 87; and WHEREAS, The son of Jesus and Micaela Sanchez, Polo Sanchez was born on May 27, 1933, as one of 12 children in a migrant farming family from Lytle; and WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Sanchez joined the U.S. Air Force, and he served honorably until his retirement in 1972; his military career included assignments in Texas, California, Illinois, France, Spain, England, and Thailand; in civilian life, he helped establish Los Sanchez, a restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska, and after returning to Texas, he pursued opportunities in real estate and land development; and WHEREAS, Mr. Sanchez was involved with the Air Force Sergeants Association, the Moose Lodge, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Knights of Columbus, the National Rifle Association, and the American Legion; sustained by a deep faith, he was a member of the Catholic Church; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Sanchez enjoyed the love and support of his wife of 66 years, Petra, and he took great pride in their children, Napoleon, Dave, Miguel, and Maria; with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include eight grandchildren, Napoleon, Samuel, Jordan, Melodi, Michelle, Stephanie, Jeremiah, and Daniel, and 11 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his family, his faith, and his country, Polo Sanchez earned the lasting respect and admiration of all who were privileged to know him, and he leaves behind a record of service that his loved ones can remember with pride; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Napoleon G. Sanchez and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn his passing; 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 Polo Sanchez. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2052 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 31, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House