Bill Text: TX SR727 | 2011-2012 | 82nd Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: In memory of Sergio Shearer of the Rio Grande Valley.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2011-04-06 - Reported enrolled [SR727 Detail]

Download: Texas-2011-SR727-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 727
In Memory
of
Sergio Shearer
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of the Rio Grande Valley in mourning the loss of Sergio
Shearer, who died April 4, 2011, at the age of 71; and
WHEREAS, Sergio Shearer was born December 4, 1939, in
Weslaco; he studied psychology at North Texas State University
while attending cosmetology school in Fort Worth; and
WHEREAS, Cofounder of the University of Cosmetology Arts
and Sciences, Mr. Shearer played an important role in the
cosmetology business in the Rio Grande Valley for many years;
throughout the 1970s and 1980s, his salon, Sergio's, was one of
the most popular in the region, with appointments booked months
in advance; and
WHEREAS, He and his family purchased the Magic Valley Beauty
College in San Juan in 1976; under his leadership and direction,
the McAllen campus was established and the institution has grown
to include five campuses throughout the area; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shearer was appointed to the Texas Cosmetology
Commission by Governor Ann Richards and worked diligently with
legislators to ensure that the highest standards of the profession
were maintained; active in civic and professional affairs, he
served on the board of the American Association of Cosmetology
Schools and was a commissioner on the Edinburg Housing Authority;
and
WHEREAS, A man of courage, strength, and compassion, he
gave generously to others, and his wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather,
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 of Sergio Shearer: his wife and dearest friend, Lucinda S.
Leyva; his children, Andrea Shearer-Lee and Michael L. Shearer;
his sister, Diana Fernandez; and his five grandchildren; 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 Sergio Shearer.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 6, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate