TITLE: In memory of the life of Jose Angel Martinez.

SUMMARY: In memory of the life of Jose Angel Martinez.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Jose Angel Martinez, who died on December 16, 2019, at the age of 67; and WHEREAS, Jose Angel Martinez was born on August 2, 1952, in El Palmarito, Nuevo Le n, Mexico; he attended elementary school through the third grade before immigrating with his family to the United States; and WHEREAS, A man of determination and strength, Mr. Martinez served as a foreman in the Central Valley of California and was employed with the same farmer for nearly 50 years; he was blessed with four children and nine grandchildren, who were a source of great pride and joy in his life; and WHEREAS, A devoted father, Mr. Martinez instilled in his children the values of hard work, self-reliance, and the importance of contributing to one's community; he helped his children achieve their dreams and found great reward in their successes; and WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez cherished time spent with family, and he enjoyed his visits during the holidays with family members in the Rio Grande Valley; he resided in Mission while being cared for by family, and he returned to his native Mexico, where he spent his final days; and WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez was a source of strength and inspiration in the lives of those who knew him, and he leaves behind memories that will be forever treasured by his family and friends and by all who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Jose Angel Martinez; 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 Jose Angel Martinez. Hinojosa President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 15, 2023, by a rising vote.