In memory of Noe T. Loya Sr. of Raymondville.

89(R) SR 716 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 716

In Memory

of

Noe Loya Sr.

WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the

passing of Noe T. Loya Sr. of Raymondville on May 18, 2025, at the

age of 83; and

WHEREAS, The son of Julia and Calistro Loya, Noe Loya was

born on August 18, 1941, and he grew up in Willamar with the

companionship of five brothers and a sister; and

WHEREAS, A successful entrepreneur, Mr. Loya operated his

own business for more than 44 years, and he also earned a

reputation as a skilled welder and farmer; one of his proudest

accomplishments was helping to restore the historic Los Ebanos

Ferry; and

WHEREAS, Active in his community, Mr. Loya served as

Willacy County Commissioner from 1997 to 2008, and he worked

tirelessly to improve opportunities and resources for county

residents; and

WHEREAS, In 1964, Mr. Loya married Dora Gomez, and they

raised four children, Sam, Sandra, Noe, and Chris; over the

years, their treasured family grew to include eight

grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; above all else, he

cherished time spent with his loved ones and with the many

friends he made over the years; and

WHEREAS, Noe Loya lived a life that was rich in personal

and professional achievements, and those who were privileged to

share in his love and affection will forever hold him close in

their hearts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th

Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Noe T. Loya Sr. and

extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his

children, Sam Loya, Sandra Loya, Noe Loya Jr., and Chris Garcia;

to his sister, Linda Guzman; to his granddaughters, Daryl, Dori,

Karisa, Nisa, Lea, Carolina, Elizabeth, and Cecilia; to his

great-grandchildren, Kyle, Austin, Castin, Skylar, Celia, Eden,

and Elias; 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 Senate adjourns

this day, it do so in memory of Noe Loya Sr.

Hinojosa of Nueces

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on June 1, 2025, by a

rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate