TITLE: In memory of Ronald Anthony Maceo of Galveston.

SUMMARY: In memory of Ronald Anthony Maceo of Galveston.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A life lived with joy and purpose drew to a close with the passing of Ronald Anthony Maceo of Galveston on November 13, 2022, at the age of 75; and WHEREAS, A native of Galveston, Ronnie Maceo was born to Rosario and Dorothy Maceo on September 20, 1947; he grew up with a sister, Olivia, and two brothers, Thomas and Rosario, and he received his education at Allen Military Academy; and WHEREAS, Mr. Maceo enjoyed a rewarding career as the proprietor of Maceo Spice and Import Company, which he and his daughter, Concetta, grew into a thriving, iconic Galveston business; a loyal islander, he dedicated himself to promoting local companies and to helping restaurants develop signature flavors; he was a founding member of the Coconut Grove Bunch and the Galveston Restaurant Association; and WHEREAS, In addition to his daughter, Mr. Maceo took great pride in his son, Frank, and his granddaughter, Precely; in his free time, he loved cooking and hosting, and he also liked taking trips to Costa Rica; and WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Ronnie Maceo will remember the way he touched their lives with his warmth and generosity, and he will forever hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Ronald Anthony Maceo and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his son, Frank Maceo; to his daughter, Concetta Maceo-Sims, and her husband, Destin; to his granddaughter, Precely Rose Sims; to his sister, Olivia Maceo Weekley; to his nieces and nephews, Stratton and Ryan Weekley, Michael McShane Jr., Cassidy Witt, and Corrie Prestridge; and to his other relatives 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 Ronnie Maceo. Kacal Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2035 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 25, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House