TITLE: In memory of Cody Ryan Perez of Corpus Christi.

SUMMARY: In memory of Cody Ryan Perez of Corpus Christi.

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WHEREAS, The family and friends of Cody Ryan Perez of Corpus Christi suffered an immeasurable loss with his death on August 13, 2023, at the age of 29; and WHEREAS, Born in Corpus Christi on December 3, 1993, Cody Perez was the son of Cynthia Perez; he was raised with the help of his mother's family and later formed a relationship with his brother, Fermin; passionate about baseball from an early age, he played shortstop for the Trojans at Foy H. Moody High School, and he graduated 10th in his class in 2012; and WHEREAS, Mr. Perez went on to attend New Mexico Junior College on a full baseball scholarship, and he continued his baseball career and education at Coastal Bend College, earning an Associate of Science degree in Kinesiology; at Texas A&M International University, he was a member of the Dustdevils baseball team and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Biology; and WHEREAS, In 2016, Mr. Perez embarked on a career in education at Bishop High School; a gifted mentor, he excelled in teaching Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and in coaching football and baseball; along the way, he earned a Master's degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from The University of Texas at Arlington, and he also began working toward his Administrative certification; and WHEREAS, Beloved for his smile and his sense of humor, Mr. Perez enjoyed engaging in friendly competition; he was an avid supporter of the New York Yankees and the Dallas Cowboys, and he was devoted to his Labradoodle, Dansby James; and WHEREAS, Cody Perez touched the lives of everyone around him in ways beyond measure, and although he is profoundly missed, 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, 3rd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Cody Ryan Perez and extend sincere condolences to all those who mourn his passing; 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 Cody Perez. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 103 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on November 1, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House