TITLE: Recognizing Eloisa R. Hernandez on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Eloisa R. Hernandez on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Eloisa R. Hernandez on the grand occasion of her 100th birthday; and WHEREAS, A woman of great charm and grace, Eloisa Hernandez is well known for her generosity of spirit, and she is a revered citizen of our state; and WHEREAS, She was born August 26, 1917, in Brownsville, to Tiburcio and Petra Rodriguez; she married Antonio Hernandez on February 21, 1937, and the couple was blessed with eight children; her 17 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and 17 great-great-grandchildren have been a source of much pride and joy for her; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Hernandez held several jobs as a young woman before devoting herself full-time to her growing family; she has throughout her life been a passionate gardener and still enjoys her many plants; and WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practices her faith in her daily life, she is a longtime member of Templo Emmanuel Assembly of God, and she regularly reads her Bible in the evenings; and WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of her community, Mrs. Hernandez is noted for her warmth, her wit, and her wise counsel, and she inspires those around her with her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby pay tribute to Eloisa R. Hernandez and extend to her best wishes for a memorable 100th birthday celebration; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as a memento of this milestone in her life. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 24, 2017.