TITLE: In memory of Raul G. Garza of Kingsville.

SUMMARY: In memory of Raul G. Garza of Kingsville.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Kingsville in mourning the loss of longtime educator and community leader Raul G. Garza, who died April 17, 2011, at the age of 80; and WHEREAS, Raul Garza was born and raised in Kingsville; he graduated from H. M. King High School at the age of 17 and earned a bachelor's degree at the age of 20 and a master's degree at the age of 25; he served in the United States Navy and Navy Reserve for more than 20 years; and WHEREAS, A proponent of education throughout his lifetime, Mr. Garza worked for the Kingsville Independent School District in positions ranging from coach to administrator; and WHEREAS, He was a principal at Gillett Intermediate School for many years and retired in 1989 as the community education director for the school district; he then worked as a case manager for Kleberg County Human Services and served as a member of the board of directors for the Kingsville Independent School District for six years; and WHEREAS, He was a prolific writer throughout his adult life and was a favorite speaker for various community groups and at social events; in addition to many published newspaper and magazine articles, he wrote I Can Forgive But I Cannot Forget and co-authored The Best of Texas A&I Athletics;and WHEREAS, Raul Garza was a highly respected gentleman who had a positive impact on the lives of many Kingsville residents; renowned as a man of integrity, strength, and generosity, he gave unselfishly of his time to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Raul G. Garza: his wife of 55 years, Angelica G. Garza; his five children; his six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his 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 Raul G. Garza. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 3, 2011, by a rising vote.