SR472 - In memory of Jose Enrique Alejos.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 472       In Memory   of   Jose Enrique Alejos            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and   commemorates the life of Jose Enrique Alejos, who died on   February 8, 2025, at the age of 85; and            WHEREAS, Born on September 18, 1939, Jose Alejos lived a   full and meaningful life shaped by his deep love for his   family, his entrepreneurial spirit, and his commitment to his   community; and            WHEREAS, Mr. Alejos was the proud founder and owner of   Hamburger King Restaurant, an Edinburg institution that has   served the community for more than 50 years; under his   leadership, the restaurant became not only a beloved destination   for delicious cuisine, especially his renowned chicken, but also   a popular gathering place where community ties were strengthened   and countless fond memories were made; and            WHEREAS, Noted for his warmth and his personable and   friendly nature, Mr. Alejos welcomed customers to his restaurant   as if they were family and took great pride in creating an   inviting atmosphere; his uncompromising work ethic, his   commitment to quality, and his thoughtful and compassionate   demeanor helped to shape the business into a pillar of the   community that continues to enrich the cultural fabric of   Edinburg; and            WHEREAS, In addition to the great reward Mr. Alejos found   as a business owner, he was passionate about the sport of boxing   and was well known for promoting local boxing talent; he donated   his time and energy to better his community and was dedicated to   mentoring young people, and he generously volunteered his   efforts to support such organizations as the Boys and Girls Club   of Edinburg; and            WHEREAS, Jose Alejos was a beloved patriarch, and his   children and grandchildren were a source of immeasurable pride   and joy to him; he relished gathering the family to share his   favorite classic films, lively conversation, and family   stories that spanned generations, and he especially cherished   spending time with his grandchildren and enjoying their   playful antics; and            WHEREAS, Jose Alejos leaves behind a legacy of hard work   and dedication, wisdom, compassion, and service to his   community; the example he set through his enthusiasm for living   each day to the fullest will continue to inspire all who knew him,   and his memory will be forever treasured by his many loved ones;   now, therefore, be it            RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved   family of Jose Enrique Alejos; 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 Jose Alejos.     Hinojosa of Hidalgo                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on May 1, 2025, by a     rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate