TITLE: In memory of Gustavo Capuchino.

SUMMARY: In memory of Gustavo Capuchino.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Gustavo "Buster" Capuchino, who died March 15, 2019, at the age of 88; and WHEREAS, Buster Capuchino was born on December 16, 1930, in Houston, to Jos  and Mar a Capuchino; he and his beloved wife, the late Janie Capuchino, were blessed with five children, Buster, David, Ray, Christina, and the late Robert Jesse Capuchino; his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren were a source of much pride and joy for him; and WHEREAS, Mr. Capuchino was a successful businessman who owned and operated Capuchino's Gameroom and Bar, a longtime East Austin institution that hosted countless family celebrations, political gatherings, and benefits; and WHEREAS, He was a skilled craftsman who built his own home and much of the furniture inside it; he was famous in his family and among his customers for his menudo, and he took great pleasure in gardening with Janie and in following the Texas Longhorns, Dallas Cowboys, and New York Yankees; and WHEREAS, He was a man of few words who nevertheless had a tremendous impact on his community, and his generosity, wisdom, and enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in his life; and WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, 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, 86th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Gustavo Capuchino; 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 Gustavo Capuchino. Watson President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 25, 2019, by a rising vote.