HR96 - In memory of Gilbert J. Riojas III of Corpus Christi.

      H.R. No. 96       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, A life lived with joy and purpose drew to a close   with the passing of Gilbert J. Riojas III of Corpus Christi on   December 13, 2024, at the age of 47; and          WHEREAS, Gilly Riojas was born on May 13, 1977, to Tina and   Gilbert Riojas, and he grew up with three younger sisters, Jamie,   Caitlin, and Ryan; he excelled as a football player at Austin High   School, and following his graduation in 1996, he continued in his   parents' and grandparents' footsteps by enrolling at Texas A&M   University, where he made many lifelong friends; and          WHEREAS, Over the course of a successful career, Mr. Riojas   worked as general manager for La Babia Cattle Company, which   operates ranches in Mexico and South Texas; an admired leader, he   left an indelible mark on the agricultural industry, mentoring many   young professionals and representing the Texas Beef Council as a   director for the Federation of State Beef Councils; in addition, he   lent his expertise to the Texas Cattle Feeders Association and the   Beef Promotion and Research Council of Texas, and he served as   director of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association;   and          WHEREAS, On December 4, 2004, Mr. Riojas wed the love of his   life, the former Andrea Martinka, and the couple enjoyed a   rewarding marriage that spanned 20 years; his life was further   enriched by the close bond he shared with their daughter, Rylynn,   and he always made time for her activities, including sports and   school events; in all his endeavors, he drew strength from his   Catholic faith; and          WHEREAS, Beloved for his kindness, generosity, and exuberant   personality, Gilly Riojas leaves behind numerous friends and loved   ones whose lives are far richer for having known him, and he will   always hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Gilbert J. Riojas   III and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of his family:   to his wife, Andrea Martinka Riojas; to his daughter, Rylynn Sara   Riojas; to his parents, Bettina Lynn McSpadden and Gilbert J.   Riojas Jr.; to his sisters, Jamie Riojas, Caitlin Riojas and her   spouse, Tyler Canon, and Ryan Riojas; to his nephews and nieces,   Jackson, Blue, and Maddie Hall and Penny Canon; to his   grandparents, Ouida and Tom Schliesing; and to his other relatives   and many friends; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of   Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Gilly   Riojas.     Lambert     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 96 was unanimously adopted by a rising   vote of the House on March 6, 2025.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House