TITLE: In memory of Francisco Sanchez of Robstown.

SUMMARY: In memory of Francisco Sanchez of Robstown.

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WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories of Francisco Sanchez of Robstown, who passed away on November 17, 2018, at the age of 71; and WHEREAS, The son of Juan and Angela Sanchez, Francisco Sanchez was born in Petronila on September 2, 1947, and he grew up with the companionship of three siblings, Grabiela, Amalia, and Margarita; and WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Sanchez joined the United States Marine Corps in 1968, and he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan, and Beaufort, South Carolina, during the Vietnam War; following his departure from the armed forces, he served as a constable for a time before working at American Smelting; he went on to enjoy a career with the Corpus Christi Army Depot, where he remained for two decades; and WHEREAS, On December 29, 1970, Mr. Sanchez was joined in matrimony to his wife, Norma, and the couple shared a rewarding 47-year marriage; he was the proud father of four children, Rudy, Becky, Ray, and Rick, and he had the pleasure of watching his family grow to include seven grandchildren, Victoria, Iliana, Ryan, Yzabella, Richard Jr., Mateo, and Zariah; and WHEREAS, Mr. Sanchez was a respected resident of Robstown for many years and served on the local utility board for more than three decades; he was also a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus Council 3110 and a valued parishioner of Saint Anthony Catholic Church; and WHEREAS, While his loss is difficult to bear, Francisco Sanchez leaves behind numerous friends and loved ones whose lives are far richer for having known him, and he will always hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Francisco Sanchez and extend sincere condolences to his relatives and friends; 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 Francisco Sanchez. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 773 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 21, 2019. Chief Clerk of the House