SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 46
	In Memory
	of
	Elva Longoria Cortez
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
	of McAllen in mourning the loss of Elva Longoria Cortez, who died
	December 31, 2014, at the age of 69; and
	WHEREAS, Elva Cortez was an exemplary citizen, and she was
	admired throughout the community for her many kind works and her
	remarkable generosity; and
	WHEREAS, She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who
	was dedicated to her family and to the principles of her faith; and
	WHEREAS, While serving as the First Lady of McAllen, she
	supported her husband, Richard Cortez, in his leadership
	endeavors, and she served on the boards of the Mayor's Prayer
	Luncheon and the Salvation Army; she and her husband raised four
	children; and
	WHEREAS, She represented the City of McAllen with dignity
	and humility; she was a compassionate woman, and she and her
	daughters and grandchildren delivered toys to needy families in
	Hidalgo County during Christmas holidays; and
	WHEREAS, Elva Cortez gave unselfishly of her time to
	others, and her wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be
	forgotten by those who knew her; she leaves behind memories that
	will long be cherished by her family and many friends; now,
	therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
	family of Elva Longoria Cortez; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	her 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 Elva Longoria Cortez.
	Hinojosa, Lucio
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on January 26, 2015, by
		a rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate