TITLE: In memory of Jose "Chuy" Jesus Ruiz of Hebbronville.

SUMMARY: In memory of Jose "Chuy" Jesus Ruiz of Hebbronville.

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WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories of Jose Jesus Ruiz, who passed away on July 7, 2020, at the age of 93; and WHEREAS, The son of Hilario and Viviana Garza Ruiz, "Chuy" Ruiz was born on March 5, 1927 in Jim Hogg County and grew up with nine siblings, Salvador, Julian, Esperanza, Hilario, Gregorio, Guadalupe, Juan, Viviana, and Refugia; and WHEREAS, Answering his nation's call to duty, Mr. Ruiz served in the armed forces during World War II; at the time of his passing, he was an active member of the American Legion and the oldest veteran in Hebbronville; over the course his career as a mechanic, he owned a wrecker company and worked with the ambulance service; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Ruiz enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Odilia, and he took great pride in his children, Rodemiro, Hilda, Rene, Roel, Ernesto, and Ricardo; with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family grow to include 22 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sustained by a deep faith, Mr. Ruiz was a devoted member of the Catholic Church and was well known for his willingness to help those in need; and WHEREAS, A proud veteran and a caring husband, father, and grandfather, Chuy Ruiz lived a full and generous life surrounded by those he loved, and they will forever hold him close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jose Jesus Ruiz and extend heartfelt sympathy 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 Chuy Ruiz. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2070 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on May 31, 2021. Chief Clerk of the House