SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 24
	In Memory
	of
	Joseph Claude Martin III
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
	commemorates the life of Joseph Claude Martin III, who died on
	October 29, 2023, at the age of 82; and
	WHEREAS, Joe Martin III was born on May 3, 1941; a
	descendent of some of the oldest families in South Texas, Joe was
	raised in Laredo; his family was deeply rooted in the economic
	life of the region, especially in ranching, commerce, and
	politics, and he would go on to continue this legacy; and
	WHEREAS, After completing his education, Joe began working
	in the insurance business and in real estate development in
	Laredo; he also became involved in ranching, construction, and
	oil and gas exploration, and he found great success and
	fulfillment in his various professional pursuits; and
	WHEREAS, Blessed with remarkable leadership abilities, Mr.
	Martin served on a number of professional boards and
	organizations, including as a trustee of the Bruni Mineral Trust;
	following in his father's and grandfather's footsteps, he also
	served as a co-trustee of the Lamar Bruni Vergara Trust and as a
	board member of the Laredo National Bank; and
	WHEREAS, A highly esteemed member of his community, Joe
	forged many lasting friendships throughout his life; he took
	great pleasure in wing shooting and in traveling, and he enjoyed
	serving his fellow citizens through his civic endeavors; and
	WHEREAS, Joe was a devoted father to his four children,
	Michelle, Melissa, Joseph, and Albert; he was a loving
	grandfather to his six grandchildren and to his two
	great-grandchildren, and his life was immeasurably enriched
	through his relationship with his cherished partner, Rita K.
	Peters; and
	WHEREAS, Joe was a man of strength, wisdom, and
	determination, and his compassion, his generous spirit, and his
	dedication to serving others were evident to all who knew him; he
	leaves behind precious memories that will be forever treasured by
	his family and friends and by all who were privileged to share in
	his life; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
	Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby extend sincere
	condolences to the bereaved family of Joseph Claude Martin III;
	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 Joe Martin III.
	Zaffirini
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on November 21, 2023,
		by a rising vote.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate