Senate Resolution No. 100 honors the memory of Lucy J. Cortez, who passed away on February 6, 2025, at the age of 76. Born in Brownsville on July 24, 1948, she was the daughter of Lucio Lopez Hinojosa and Gloria Garcia Lopez and grew up alongside five siblings. Lucy pursued higher education, earning a bachelor's degree in 1989 and a master's degree in education in 1993, and was recognized on the dean's list at The University of Texas at Brownsville in 1992. She dedicated four decades to a fulfilling career at the Texas Department of State Health Services, ultimately serving as a regional coordinator. Lucy was a devoted wife to Antonio M. Cortez and a proud mother to their three children, as well as a loving grandmother and great-grandmother.

The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Lucy Cortez's family, including her husband, children, siblings, grandchildren, and friends. It acknowledges her deep faith, love for cooking, and the joy she brought to those around her. The Texas Senate officially adopted the resolution on February 18, 2025, and it will be prepared as a tribute for her family, ensuring that her memory is cherished and honored.