HR1022 - In memory of Cash Kociela.

      H.R. No. 1022       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Cash Kociela passed away on September 24, 2024, at   the age of nine, and memories of this vibrant and caring young boy   will forever endure in the hearts of those who knew and loved him;   and          WHEREAS, Born on January 22, 2015, Cash was the beloved son   of Alexa Grimland and Don Kociela, and he is greatly missed by his   sister, Taylor, with whom he loved to swim and ride bicycles around   the neighborhood; he grew into an energetic and naturally athletic   youngster who could outrun every child on the playground at his   Montessori school, and he was guided through life by his   adventurous spirit and his desire to explore the world around him;   and          WHEREAS, Accompanied by his best friend, Jace, Cash   fearlessly and playfully roamed his neighborhood, scaling fences   and building makeshift forts; he loved animals, and he developed an   affinity for the outdoors at an early age; he greatly enjoyed   playing basketball and going fishing with his grandfather, Larry   Grimland; in addition, his compassionate nature and his willingness   to help others made him a cherished friend and readily endeared him   to both his peers and older generations; and          WHEREAS, Although the tragic passing of Cash Kociela has   brought an incalculable loss to the many people who held him dear,   they may find comfort in knowing that their lives have been forever   enriched by the love, laughter, and joy that they shared with him;   now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Cash Kociela and   extend deepest condolences to his family and 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 Cash   Kociela.     Garcia Hernandez     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 1022 was unanimously adopted by a   rising vote of the House on May 23, 2025.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House