REFERENCE TITLE: Paul Gilbert Berumen; death resolution

State of Arizona

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature

First Regular Session

2025

HR 2007

Introduced by

Representative Liguori

A RESOLUTION

On the death of paul gilbert berumen.

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Paul Gilbert Berumen passed away on January 14, 2025 at the age of 57 after battling cancer.

Paul Gilbert Berumen was born in Phoenix to Gilbert and Olga Berumen. Paul was a respected and deeply cherished person and a loving husband to his wife, Monica Hernandez. He lived a life rich with purpose and was surrounded by his beloved wife, immediate family and multiple generations of relatives and close friends, his marine brotherhood and an extensive network of colleagues and professionals. Inspired by his father and other family members who had served in the military, Paul proudly joined the United States Marine Corps Reserve and served as a sergeant in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

Paul was driven by a strong and dedicated passion for his work. His professional journey spanned over 30 years, beginning with his work at the Arizona-Mexico Commission and later with the City of Phoenix, where he served as assistant to the mayor. Paul's career later included roles with the City of Mesa, Arizona State University and the Transportation Security Administration and a return to the City of Phoenix, where he significantly contributed to airport security and public safety programs.

Paul had a zest for life that was evident in everything he did. Some of his most treasured memories were spent with his family and friends. He enjoyed reading, often multiple books at once, collected quotes that inspired him and took pride in his broad music collection that spanned various genres, including country music, rap, corridos nortenos, cumbias and ballads by Frank Sinatra. Paul spent many Thursday afternoons in Phoenix's blistering heat playing summer tour golf with his friends at the Encanto Short 9.

Paul was introduced to his religion from an early age and was a man of deep-rooted faith. Paul graduated from St. Mary's Catholic High School, was married at St. Gregory Catholic Church and turned to his faith in God to help him find peace, strength and courage in his battle against cancer.

Paul's legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him, and they will cherish his joy and passion for life through the many special memories he leaves behind.

Therefore

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the State of Arizona:

That the Members of the House of Representatives express sincere regret at the death of Paul Gilbert Berumen and extend their deepest sympathies to his surviving family members.