SR25: SR25 Fallin, William G.; condolences

This is a memorial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes William G. Fallin, who was born in Thomas County, Georgia in 1932, served in the United States Army during the Korean War, and was active for decades at First Baptist Church as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, and choir member. The resolution recounts his family life, including his 67 year marriage to his wife Barbara and his children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughters, and praises his character and community involvement. The Senate resolves to honor his memory and express condolences, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to his family.

• Formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences on the death of William G. Fallin, who died January 4, 2025.
• Recounts his military service in the United States Army during the Korean War and his decades of church involvement.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Fallin's family.
• Makes no change to Georgia statutes; it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law.

This resolution directly concerns the family of William G. Fallin, including his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who will receive a copy of the resolution from the Secretary of the Senate.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally; its significance is limited to publicly recording the Georgia Senate's tribute to Fallin and providing his family with an official expression of condolence.

• The whereas clauses detail Fallin's birth, military service, church leadership, family, and personal character.
• The first resolving clause has the Senate join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to his family.

1. 2025-01-17Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-01-16Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Sam Watson (R, SD-011)Primary sponsor
• Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
• Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
• Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
• Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
• Lee Anderson (R, SD-024)

• Georgia Senate resolution
• memorial resolution
• Korean War veteran