TITLE: In memory of Officer Marco Zarate of the Bellaire Police Department.

SUMMARY: In memory of Officer Marco Zarate of the Bellaire Police Department.

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WHEREAS, Words cannot adequately express the sorrow felt by family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Marco Antonio Zarate of the Bellaire Police Department, who died in the line of duty on July 12, 2016, at the age of 52; and WHEREAS, Marco Zarate was born in Houston to Cristina Jamaux and Marco Zarate Sr. on October 2, 1963; he was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and joined the Bellaire Police Department in May 2009; admired for his commitment to his work and his community, Officer Zarate exemplified the finest qualities of a dedicated law enforcement officer, and he was always willing to go out of his way to help someone in need; and WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan served as a volunteer with the Special Olympics, and he was an active member of the Thin Blue Line motorcycle police community; passionate about health and fitness, he earned a second-degree black belt in karate; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Officer Zarate enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Cecilia, and he was a proud father to three cherished daughters, Meghan, Miah, and Mayah; and WHEREAS, Although the passing of this courageous officer is a profound loss to the Bellaire community, Marco Zarate leaves behind a record of service that will forever remain a source of inspiration to all who had the good fortune to know him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Officer Marco Zarate and extend heartfelt sympathy to his family and many 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 Marco Zarate. Davis of Harris Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 126 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on February 23, 2017. Chief Clerk of the House