TITLE: In memory of Gilberto Garza Saenz of Falfurrias.

SUMMARY: In memory of Gilberto Garza Saenz of Falfurrias.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories of Gilberto Garza Saenz of Falfurrias, who passed away on July 24, 2020, at the age of 92; and WHEREAS, The son of Domingo Saenz Sr. and Santos Garza Saenz, Gilbert Saenz was born on September 21, 1927, in Falfurrias and grew up with 15 siblings; and WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Saenz joined the U.S. Army after high school and served as an MP during World War II; following his time in the military, he went on to work as a pipefitter for Brown and Root until his retirement; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Saenz enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Aminta, with whom he shared a rewarding marriage that spanned 74 years; he took great pride in their five daughters, Soila, Edna, Elsa, Anita, and Maria, and with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to his family, his faith, and his country, Gilbert Saenz earned the lasting admiration and affection of all who were privileged to know him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Gilberto Garza Saenz and extend sincere condolences to his loved ones; 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 Gilbert Saenz. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2074 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 31, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House