[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 75 (Friday, May 27, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E976]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING ADOLFO ALVAREZ, SR.

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 26, 2011

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Former Frio 
County Commissioner Adolfo Alvarez, Sr. to honor his contributions to 
South Texas. On May 28, 2011, Mr. Alvarez celebrates his 80th birthday 
and a lifetime of achievements as a Veteran and Former County 
Commissioner.
  Mr. Alvarez was born May 27, 1931, in Harlingen, Texas, to the 
parentage of Gernaro and Dominga Alvarez. He attended Harlingen High 
School in 1950 and served his country in the Korean War upon 
graduation. Mr. Alvarez returned from battle and married Guadalupe 
Morales Alvarez soon after. The couple has been happily married for 55 
years and their union produced 9 children, 19 grandchildren, and 1 
great-grandchild.
  Mr. Alvarez began working in the auto repair industry and has been 
the proud owner of A and A Auto Parts retail stores in Pearsall, Dilley 
and Cotulla, Texas since 1973. In 1980, he was elected Frio County 
Commissioner and devoted himself to the people for 20 years. In 
addition to his post as Commissioner, Mr. Alvarez also served on the 
State Democratic Executive Committee for the 21st Senatorial District, 
was an active member of the Mexican American Democrats, and was 
appointed to the Commission on Aging by Gov. Ann Richards during her 
time in office.
  Residing in Pearsall, TX, Mr. Alvarez spends his days as the city's 
first life member of VFW Post 9185, a life member of the Knights of 
Columbus, and a member of the League of United Latin American Citizens. 
He remains spiritually active as a parishioner of Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church in the city in which he resides. As a former 
County Commissioner, he remains devoted to his community through his 
volunteer activities, church involvement, and interests.
  Former Commissioner Alvarez has lived in Pearsall, Texas for over 30 
years and served Precinct 3 for 16 years beginning in 1980 and ending 
in 2000. In addition, he is a Korean War Veteran and founding member of 
the VFW post in Pearsall, Texas.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have had the opportunity to recognize 
the remarkable life of Mr. Adolfo Alvarez, Sr. and his 80th birthday 
celebration. Thank you.

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