Senate Resolution No. 559 honors the life and legacy of Maria Teresa Flores Cavazos, who passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in Laredo on March 14, 1942, she made history as the first in her family to earn a college degree, graduating with a bachelor's in mathematics from Incarnate Word College in 1962. Maria Teresa dedicated her career to teaching mathematics and science at various educational institutions, including Ursuline Academy and Martin High School, profoundly impacting the lives of her students. She was also a devoted family member, married for nearly sixty years to Jesus Guadalupe Cavazos Fernandez and a loving mother and grandmother.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Maria Teresa was an active member of her community in Monterrey, Mexico, where she contributed to local garden and Rotary clubs and played a significant role in establishing her church, Nuestra Señora Reina de Los Ángeles. She was known for her gardening skills, hospitality, and artistic talents. The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to her family and acknowledges her as a beloved matriarch and cherished community member, ensuring her memory will be honored by all who knew her.