In memory of Jose Enrique Alejos.

89(R) SR 472 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

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

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on May 1, 2025, by a

rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate