House Resolution 1764 By: Representative Buckner of the 137th A RESOLUTION Commending and congratulating Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller was born on March 2, 1926, in Gay, Georgia, and this year she enjoys the rare distinction of celebrating her 100th birthday; and WHEREAS, the devotion, patience, and understanding she has demonstrated have provided the foundation of success from which her family members have developed and flourished; and WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, she has lived a remarkable life of compassion and service, devoting many years to caring for children and supporting others though her work in home care nursing; and WHEREAS, even after her retirement, she embraces life with the same determniation and joy; and WHEREAS, her love of travel has led her to visit every state in the United States, except Alaska, and many countries around the world; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller possesses the vast wisdom which only comes through experience and the strength of character which is achieved through overcoming the many challenges of life; and WHEREAS, a kind and generous person, Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller brings joy and happiness to her family and to the many friends and neighbors who have the great pleasure of knowing her; and WHEREAS, she has witnessed a dramatic change in the world over the course of her lifetime and we salute her contribution to its progress by her own hard work and good citizenship; and WHEREAS, by the example Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller has made of her life, she makes this world a better place in which to live, and it is only fitting and proper that she be appropriately recognized during this very special and memorable time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and community; congratulate her on the remarkable occasion of her 100th birthday; and extend their most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness. 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 Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller.