SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 772 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Conrado Lucio for his many accomplishments and for his 42 years of service with the federal government; and WHEREAS, A Brownsville native, Conrado Lucio was born on December 13, 1932, as the youngest of 11 children; he grew up during the Great Depression, and his parents and siblings helped instill in him the value of hard work and generosity; from this foundation, he built a fulfilling life of service unto others; and WHEREAS, Mr. Lucio joined the United States Air Force on December 20, 1951; he served with distinction for 22 years and is a veteran of both the Korean War and the Vietnam War; his organizational and management skills were highly valued in the military, and many of the personnel management procedures he developed were adopted as standard practice throughout the air force; over the course of his military career, he played a key role in establishing three new bases in Spain, and he was assigned to a special mission team at the Strategic Air Command Headquarters; he was honored with Meritorious Service and Air Force Commendation Medals, and in 1974, he retired to inactive reserve status having earned the rank of master sergeant; and WHEREAS, After his military service, Mr. Lucio began a second career with the United States Postal Service, where he worked for 20 years; when he retired, he had given 42 years of service to the United States government; and WHEREAS, Mr. Lucio has shared 62 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Emma, and they were blessed with two children who became highly successful and respected members of their communities; their five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren are a source of immense pride and joy; and WHEREAS, Conrado Lucio has lived an exemplary life of selflessness and high standards; he is respected and admired by many, and he is indeed deserving of recognition for his years of service on behalf of his country and his fellow citizens; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Conrado Lucio for his exceptional public service and extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 15, 2017. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate