TITLE: In memory of Teresa L. Martinez.

SUMMARY: In memory of Teresa L. Martinez.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Teresa L. Martinez, who died November 7, 2018, at the age of 101; and WHEREAS, Teresa Martinez was born on October 11, 1917; she became a beloved matriarch whose compassion for others and commitment to service were a shining example to all who had the privilege of sharing in her life; and WHEREAS, Widowed at the age of 34, she worked hard to support her children, and she devoted her life to caring for her large and loving extended family; her surviving children, Nereyda L. Benavides, Ang lica Serrano, Alejandra L pez, and Gumaro L pez, and her 19 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren were a source of much joy and comfort to her in her later years; and WHEREAS, She was known lovingly to her family and friends as Guelita Tere, and she was a devout Catholic who practiced her faith in her daily life; and WHEREAS, A woman of strength, courage, and generosity, she gave unselfishly to others, and her wisdom, her humble nature, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, Teresa Martinez was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, and she leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by her family and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Teresa L. Martinez; 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 Teresa Martinez. Zaffirini President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 18, 2019, by a rising vote.