SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 862
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Victor Apodaca III
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
  citizens of El Paso in mourning the loss of Victor "Trae" Apodaca
  III, who died April 23, 2019, at the age of 55; and
         WHEREAS, Born September 5, 1963, Trae Apodaca was an
  esteemed member of the community, and he enriched the lives of
  all who knew him through his kind nature, his gentle spirit, and
  his sincere concern for others; and
         WHEREAS, Trae demonstrated a desire to help others while
  still a young man, and he took great joy in teaching his sister how
  to swim and drive a car; his thoughtfulness remained steadfast
  throughout his life, and he was noted for actively supporting his
  loved ones' professions, interests, and hobbies; and
         WHEREAS, Trae's true passion was in the hospitality
  business, and he enjoyed a long career as the owner of Café
  Central, a premier upscale restaurant in Downtown El Paso; he
  became a local icon of the restaurant industry, and he sold his
  establishment in 2009 after 18 years of running the business; he
  then entered the bail bond business as the owner and operator of
  Apodaca Bail Bonds; and
         WHEREAS, A loving and supportive family man, Trae shared a
  life of devotion with Shirlyn Apodaca, and he was blessed with
  three children, who enriched his life immeasurably; and
         WHEREAS, Trae Apodaca cherished time spent with friends
  and loved ones, and he was always there for them in times of need;
  he was known for his love of family, food, dogs, and good wine,
  and he will long be remembered with respect and admiration by all
  who were privileged to share in his life; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
  Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
  family of Victor Apodaca III; 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 Victor Apodaca III.
 
  Rodríguez
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 27, 2019, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate