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Laredo, Texas— U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Wes Hoskins of First Community Bank, and Ignacio Urrabazo of International Bank of Commerce, held a press conference to present a new, furnished home to the family of fallen marine, Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza. In addition to the donated home, the family also received furniture, appliances, and materials for home upgrades from several donors around the community. 

The home will house all 5 family members: Parents, Mrs. Elizbeth Holguin and Mr. Victor Dominguez, and the 3 children, Angel Martinez Espinoza (18), Victor Manuel Dominguez (16), and Delila Alysa Dominguez (13). 

“I want to thank everyone here today for making this a reality for the Espinoza Family. I especially want to thank Wes Hoskins and Ignacio Urrabazo for arranging this donation. The Espinoza Family will now have a brand new home to call their own, a place for love and memories,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We will never be able to replace David, but I know that he is somewhere smiling after seeing our community come together to honor his sacrifice. We must take care of our fallen soldiers’ families as a community, and it inspires me to see how many people are willing to answer the call.”

The property taxes and home insurance have been paid in advance for the next few years. 

Wes Hoskins, President and CEO of First Community Bank, arranged the private donation. Mr. Hoskins previously secured college scholarships for the 3 children. 

Arriva Builder/Engineering & Construction donated a range hood and stove, a refrigerator, granite countertops, ceramic tile for the bathtub, and a wooden fence, as well as color upgrades for the cabinets and the survey for the home.

Jose Cabrera of Texas Discount Furniture is donating furniture for any room in the house of the family’s choice. 

Premier Property Inspection and Consultants donated the inspection.

Guillermo Trevino donated laptops for the 3 children, Angel Martin Espinoza, Victor Manuel Dominguez, and Delila Alysa Dominguez. 

Brokers Flor and Gerardo Gonzalez donated a new bed with bedding for Angel Martin Espinoza. 

Eddie Rubio, a veteran, donated $500 to the family. 

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