TITLE: In memory of Rudolph Martinez Jr. of Rio Grande City.

SUMMARY: In memory of Rudolph Martinez Jr. of Rio Grande City.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the passing of Rudolph Martinez Jr. of Rio Grande City on May 1, 2022, at the age of 83; and WHEREAS, The son of Rodolfo and Inez Martinez, Rudy Martinez was born in Corpus Christi on December 15, 1938, and he grew up with a brother, Roland; following his high school graduation, he served in the U.S. Army before returning to Corpus Christi to attend Del Mar College; he continued his studies at the University of Oklahoma and the University of Corpus Christi, and he later earned a master's degree in music from Texas A&I University; during college, he toured with several Tejano bands; and WHEREAS, In 1979, Mr. Martinez moved to Rio Grande City, embarking on a fulfilling career at Grulla Middle School, where he served as a music teacher and as band director; he established a legacy of success at the helm of the band program, guiding his students to numerous University Interscholastic League Sweepstakes awards and to a top 10 state finalist showing in the Texas Music Educators Association Honor Band competition; he retired in 2003, concluding an exceptional tenure of 24 years; and WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez shared a rewarding marriage with his wife, Maria Cristina, that spanned nearly a quarter century; he also enjoyed the affection of a large extended family, including his beloved nieces and nephews; and WHEREAS, Rudy Martinez possessed a generosity of spirit that expressed itself in myriad ways, and he enriched the lives of countless people with his warmth and kindness; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Rudolph Martinez Jr. and extend heartfelt condolences to all 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 Rudy Martinez. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2534 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 29, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House