46th legislature - STATE OF NEW MEXICO - first session, 2003

EXPRESSING THE CONDOLENCE OF THE SENATE UPON THE PASSING OF STEVE LOVATO.

WHEREAS, Steve Lovato of Roswell, New Mexico, died on March 16, 2002 at thirty years of age; and

WHEREAS, he attempted to help a man at the scene of a house fire and was mortally wounded by the same man; and

WHEREAS, he dutifully served his community as an emergency medical technician; and

WHEREAS, he was a four-year employee of American medical response and a driving instructor who earned the company's highest award for service to others; and

WHEREAS, his co-workers described him as "a kind and considerate friend and a diligent EMT"; and

WHEREAS, he is survived by his wife, Josephine and his son, Alexander;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO that condolences be extended to the family and friends of Steve Lovato, a loving and devoted New Mexican who gave his life in the line of duty.