TITLE: In memory of Sabino M. Vasquez.

SUMMARY: In memory of Sabino M. Vasquez.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Sabino M. Vasquez, who died July 8, 2013, at the age of 61; and WHEREAS, Sabino Vasquez was born December 29, 1951; he enjoyed a productive 33-year career with the Fort Worth Fire Department, which he served as an arson investigator and bomb technician, and he played an important role in the response to the Wedgwood Baptist Church shooting incident in 1999; and WHEREAS, Committed to the profession of firefighting, Mr. Vasquez took a wide variety of courses to stay up to date on the latest techniques and to learn new skills; he attended the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Hazardous Devices School, the Army School of Ammunition in England, and the National Fire Academy; and WHEREAS, He was committed to education and earned a master's degree in criminology and criminal justice in 2011; he also participated in numerous career days at local schools, educating young people who were interested in pursuing a career in firefighting; and WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten; and WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Sabino M. Vasquez; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his 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 Sabino M. Vasquez. Davis President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 30, 2013, by a rising vote.