In memory of Jeffery "Julian" Martinez.

89(R) HR 899 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

H.R. No. 899

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The passing of Jeffery Martinez on March 2, 2025, at

the age of 59, brought an immeasurable loss to his family and

friends; and

WHEREAS, Born on January 30, 1966, "Julian" Martinez was the

son of Ruben Martinez, who preceded him in death, and Joann and

Larry Bennett; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez was known for his quick wit and many

humorous catch phrases; when he first met his future wife, the

former Rose Salas, she responded to his teasing with a snappy

retort, and he was smitten; he invited her to dance, and their

romance led to a marriage that would span more than 32 years; and

WHEREAS, Blessed with a son, Hunter, Mr. Martinez doted on

him unreservedly and attended every play and school event he was

involved in; he taught him to meet challenges head on, and he

counseled him against the dubious undertakings of his own youth;

over the years, Mr. Martinez also provided stalwart support to his

wife in her many efforts in behalf of the community; and

WHEREAS, Loyal and deeply kind, Mr. Martinez was always ready

to lend a helping hand, and he served as a caregiver for both his

father-in-law and his mother-in-law at the end of their lives; in

his free time, he was an avid fisherman, although he almost always

released his catch; he delighted in relaxing with his loved ones at

the beach and hunting on his parents' ranch each dove and deer

season; and

WHEREAS, Julian Martinez enjoyed a life that was rich in the

intangibles that matter most, and although he is greatly missed by

those he left behind, they will continue to find inspiration in his

devotion to his family and his faith; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas

Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Jeffery "Julian"

Martinez and that sincere sympathy be extended to the members of his

family: to his wife, Rose Salas Martinez; to his son, Julian Hunter

Salas Martinez; to his in-laws, Antonio and Bea Reyes, Becky and

John Tobias, Joseph and Maria Reyes, and Adele and Jim Werderman;

and to his many other relatives 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 Julian

Martinez.

Thompson

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Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 899 was unanimously adopted by a

rising vote of the House on May 23, 2025.

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Chief Clerk of the House