HR 1025: Dikilato, Janice; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a memorial tribute to Janice Dikilato, a Statesboro native who passed away on January 7, 2026. It recounts her life, birth in 1937, her marriage to Ernest Dikilato, her children and grandchildren, and her character and community involvement. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's regret over her passing and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to her family as a keepsake.

• Formally recognizes and honors the life and memory of Janice Dikilato on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Expresses the House's sincere regret and condolences over her passing on January 7, 2026.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.

This resolution directly concerns the family of Janice Dikilato, including her husband, children, and grandchildren, who will receive a copy of the resolution. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the document.

While the resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect, it provides an official, public expression of sympathy from the Georgia General Assembly and gives the Dikilato family a formal keepsake commemorating Janice Dikilato's life and passing.

• The resolving clause states that House members join in honoring Janice Dikilato's life and express regret at her passing.
• A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

1. 2026-01-15House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-15House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-15House Hopper (House)

• John Carson (R, HD-046)Primary sponsor

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• condolences
• Statesboro