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HR 1330: Terry, John Raymond; honoring the life, service and historic legacy; retired Superintendent of Talbot County and the first African American Chief Probate Judge of Talbot County, Georgia; condolences

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House Resolution 1330

By: Representative Jones of the 60th

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life, service, and historic legacy of John Raymond Terry, retired Superintendent of Talbot County and the first African American Chief Probate Judge of Talbot County, Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes the importance of honoring individuals whose lives of service have strengthened their communities and advanced justice in the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, John Raymond Terry faithfully served the citizens of Talbot County as Superintendent of Talbot County Schools, dedicating his professional life to public education and the development of future generations before his retirement; and

WHEREAS, on August 5, 2008, John Raymond Terry, following his retirement as Superintendent of Talbot County, won the Democratic nomination for Probate Judge of Talbot County, Georgia, marking a historic moment in the county's judicial history; and

WHEREAS, upon assuming office, John Raymond Terry became the first African American to serve as Chief Probate Judge of Talbot County, breaking longstanding racial barriers and establishing a legacy of progress, inclusion, and principled leadership; and

WHEREAS, during his tenure as Probate Judge, Judge Terry served with integrity, wisdom, and fairness, earning the trust and respect of the citizens of Talbot County while faithfully upholding the laws and Constitution of the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, the election and service of John Raymond Terry represented not only a personal achievement, but also a milestone in the civil, educational, and judicial history of Talbot County and the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, it is with profound sorrow that the members of the Georgia House of Representatives note the passing of John Raymond Terry, and extend their deepest sympathy to his family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives were enriched by his leadership and service; and

WHEREAS, the legacy of Judge Terry will endure through a life marked by devotion to education, justice, and public service, and by his historic role in advancing equal justice under the law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor and remember the life and legacy of John Raymond Terry, retired Superintendent of Talbot County and the first African American Chief Probate Judge of Talbot County, Georgia, and commend a life of exemplary public service and historic leadership.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of John Raymond Terry.