TITLE: In memory of Dolores Gonzales of Austin.

SUMMARY: In memory of Dolores Gonzales of Austin.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Family and friends are mourning the loss of Dolores Gonzales of Austin, who died on July 5, 2013, at the age of 83; and WHEREAS, Dolores Gonzales was born in Austin on March 6, 1930; she was joined in matrimony to Cruz Gonzales, and they shared a loving relationship until his death; she was the mother of 5 children, and later in life she was blessed with 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Ms. Gonzales worked for the City of Austin for 20 years until her retirement; she took pleasure in sewing, gardening, and arts and crafts, and she also enjoyed traveling; and WHEREAS, A devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother, and a true friend, Dolores Gonzales lived a caring and purposeful life, and she will forever be remembered with deep affection by all who held her close to their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of Dolores Gonzales and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her daughter, Virginia Hill, and her husband, Cleo; to her sons, Manuel Rodela and his wife, Alice, Robert Rodela and his wife, Felipa, and Charles Rodela and his wife, Yolanda; to her 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; and to her other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Dolores Gonzales. Rodriguez of Travis Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 82 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on July 25, 2013. Chief Clerk of the House