HR514: HR514 Pate, Bobby C.; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a tribute to Bobby C. Pate, who passed away on September 28, 1936 through 2024. It recounts his life story: his birth in Jacksonville, Florida, his college football career at South Georgia State College and Presbyterian College, his selection in the 1960 NFL and AFL drafts, and his long coaching career at several Georgia high schools and colleges, including a national championship season at the University of West Georgia in 1982. The resolution formally states that the members of the House join in honoring his memory and expressing regret at his passing. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Pate's family. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement.

• Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Bobby C. Pate.
• Recounts Pate's biography, athletic career, and coaching career at several Georgia schools and colleges.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Pate's family.

This resolution directly concerns the family of Bobby C. Pate, who receive the commemorative copy, and it reflects an action taken by the Georgia House of Representatives; it does not impose obligations on the public or any Georgia institution.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; its significance is symbolic, giving formal, public recognition from the state legislature to Pate's life and career and providing his family with an official memorial document.

• The whereas clauses detail Pate's birth, athletic career, coaching positions, and family life, including his 63-year marriage and three children.
• The resolving clause has the House of Representatives join in honoring Pate's memory and expressing regret at his passing.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Pate's family.

1. 2025-03-06House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-06House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-06House Hopper (House)

• Alan Powell (R, HD-033)Primary sponsor

• condolence resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• college football history
• Hart County