SR295 - In memory of Russell Irvin deCordova.

        SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 295       In Memory   of   Russell Irvin deCordova            WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and   commemorates the life of Russell Irvin deCordova, who died March   16, 2024, at the age of 66; and          WHEREAS, Born May 4, 1957, Russell deCordova was an   esteemed Texan who was widely respected for his significant   contributions to the Texas cattle industry, and he was inspired   to join in this family tradition from a young age and followed in   the footsteps of his father and grandfather; and          WHEREAS, Russ shared a rich and rewarding life with his   devoted wife, Debbie, and he became a prominent and highly   regarded figure throughout the state for his success and   influence in the livestock industry and as a breeder and trainer   of cutting horses; and          WHEREAS, An accomplished businessman, Russ built his   immense success in the cattle industry on the principles of trust   and integrity and believed in the value of a man's word and his   handshake; in addition to operating his livestock auction   business, Superior Livestock, he and his sons owned and operated   Buffalo Livestock Marketing, Incorporated, and Russ could often   be found writing up cattle sales, welcoming sellers, and   mentoring young representatives in the industry; and          WHEREAS, Despite his impressive achievements and impact in   the livestock industry, Russ found his true passion in breeding   and raising show horses; he won numerous championships showing   cutting horses, and he was a valued member of the National   Cutting Horse Association for more than 30 years; and          WHEREAS, Russ was blessed with three children, Amie, Cody,   and Ty, and he was a loving grandfather to his eight grandchildren   and took great pride in sharing in their hobbies and watching them   compete in livestock shows and sporting events; and          WHEREAS, A man of strength, compassion, and determination,   Russ deCordova garnered respect in all his endeavors, and above   all, he cherished his family and the time they spent together; he   was a source of inspiration to many, and he will long be   remembered with admiration and affection by his loved ones and by   countless others who were privileged to share in his life; now,   therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved   family of Russell Irvin deCordova; 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 Russ deCordova.     Schwertner                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on March 20, 2025, by a     rising vote.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate