SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 35
	In Memory
	of
	Valdemar Gomez
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of Valdemar Gomez, who died December 24, 2014,
	at the age of 93; and
	WHEREAS, Valdemar Gomez was born on February 17, 1921,
	in San Juan, to Febronio Gomez and Gregoria Medina; he proudly
	served the nation as a member of the United States Army; and
	WHEREAS, He and his beloved wife, Jesusa, raised five
	children, Bertha, Irma, Valdemar, Gilberto, and Cynthia; they
	were blessed with 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, Known for his strong work ethic, Valdemar worked
	at Sears and at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office; he and
	Jesusa also managed Jessie's Flower Shop for many years, and they
	were named San Juan Man and Woman of the Year in 2003; his many
	interests included Cantinflas movies, western novels, and the
	Dallas Cowboys; and
	WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
	gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
	counsel will not be forgotten; and
	WHEREAS, He was devoted to his large and loving extended
	family, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured
	forever by all who were privileged to share in his life; now,
	therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Valdemar Gomez; 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 Valdemar Gomez.
	Hinojosa
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on January 21, 2015, by
		a rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate