SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 113
	In Memory
	of
	David Saenz
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
	citizens of Brownsville in mourning the loss of noted architect
	David Saenz, who died October 6, 2010, at the age of 48; and
	WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Brownsville, David Saenz
	was born October 16, 1961; he was a 1979 graduate of Homer Hanna
	High School and went on to earn a degree in environmental design
	from Texas A&M University; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Saenz was a partner and chief architect for
	the firm of Gomez, Mendez, and Saenz, Incorporated; his
	impressive portfolio includes structures throughout the state
	and nation, including the newest school for the Brownsville
	Independent School District, Veterans Memorial High School; he
	was especially proud of the home he designed for his family; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Saenz was active in numerous civic and
	professional organizations; he was a member of the American
	Institute of Architects and the Texas Society of Architects; he
	also served as president of the board of Saint Luke Catholic
	School and was on the building committee of Saint Joseph Academy;
	and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Saenz was an avid golfer and was passionate
	about automobiles, particularly the Ford Mustang; he was
	instrumental in organizing a club called Team Mustang of
	Brownsville to provide a venue for owners to showcase their
	vehicles; and
	WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
	gave unselfishly to others, and his perseverance, his generous
	spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest
	will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
	WHEREAS, He was a devoted son, husband, and father, and he
	leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his
	family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family and friends of David Saenz; 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 David Saenz.
	Lucio
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on January 26, 2011, by
		a rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate