Bill Text: TX SR521 | 2025-2026 | 89th Legislature | Introduced

Texas Senate Resolution 521

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Bill Title: In memory of Victor Valencia.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2025-05-14 - Reported enrolled [SR521 Detail]

Download: Texas-2025-SR521-Introduced.html

	2025S0396-1 05/12/25

	By: Birdwell	S.R. No. 521



	SENATE RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of Victor Valencia, who died on April 14,
	2025, at the age of 64; and
	WHEREAS, Born May 22, 1960, in Long Island, New York, to
	Oscar and Ruth Valencia, Victor lived a life characterized by
	exemplary service, unwavering faith, and profound dedication to
	his family and community; and
	WHEREAS, Victor Valencia honorably served his country as a
	member of the United States Navy for nine and a half years, during
	which time he was awarded two Navy Achievement Medals for his
	outstanding contributions; and
	WHEREAS, His innovative spirit and technical expertise led
	to the development of a patented improvement on a ship's boiler,
	an invention implemented throughout the entire United States
	naval fleet, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and
	service to his nation; and
	WHEREAS, Following his distinguished military career,
	Mr. Valencia, alongside his wife Linda, established and operated
	Sign Wizards beginning in 1988; they built a successful business
	and many meaningful relationships with customers who became like
	family; and
	WHEREAS, A man of deep faith, Victor was a devoted member
	of Bridge Church for 17 years, most recently serving as the First
	Impression Ministry Director, where he welcomed all with warmth,
	humor, and a heart full of love; and
	WHEREAS, Victor Valencia's passion for sports was evident
	in his enthusiastic support of New York teams, including the
	Mets, Jets, Knicks, and Rangers; he enjoyed his active
	participation in ice hockey, and he coached the Sharks and the
	Kempsville Kamikazes, in addition to founding the Venom team at
	Chilled Ponds and competing at the national level with senior
	teams; and
	WHEREAS, Victor also enjoyed co-ed softball, volleyball,
	golfing, kayaking, and fishing, and he conveyed the same
	dedication and joy to his recreational pursuits as he did to all
	aspects of his life; and
	WHEREAS, Victor Valencia's greatest legacy lies in his
	family relationships; he was a loving husband to Linda for nearly
	28 years, and they forged a partnership built on mutual respect,
	shared work, and enduring love; and
	WHEREAS, He was an exceptional father and stepfather who
	provided consistent support, guidance, and love to his children,
	Renada, Sonja, Brian, Reyna, and Victor, teaching them through
	example the values of loyalty, strength, and compassion; and
	WHEREAS, As "Pop Pop" to seven grandchildren, Bianca,
	Keegan, Kumar, Paisley, Micah, Reef, and Jackson, he created
	cherished memories and imparted wisdom that will continue to
	influence future generations; and
	WHEREAS, Victor Valencia fostered unity within his blended
	family, bringing together his children, their mother Gayle, and
	his stepchildren into one cohesive family unit, while also
	maintaining close bonds with his siblings Oscar, Maria, Johnny,
	and Dolores, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended
	family members; and
	WHEREAS, His remarkable capacity to forge meaningful
	connections extended beyond family to countless friends and
	community members, and he was noted for his warmth and his
	ability to transform everyday interactions into opportunities
	for kindness and fellowship; and
	WHEREAS, Victor Valencia embodied dependability and
	selflessness in all his relationships; he was consistently
	present for life's significant moments and everyday challenges
	alike, offering practical help, emotional support, and
	unwavering commitment to those he loved; and
	WHEREAS, His legacy of quiet strength, genuine care, and
	steadfast presence will continue to be a source of inspiration to
	his loved ones and friends and to all who were fortunate enough to
	know him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
	Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Victor Valencia
	and extend sincere condolences to his bereaved family; 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 Valencia.