House Resolution 1799
By: Representatives Tran of the 80th, Roberts of the 52nd, Panitch of the 51st, Lupton of the
83rd, and Holcomb of the 101st
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr.; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia lost one of its finest citizens and most dedicated law
enforcement officers with the passing of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. on February 22,
2026; and
WHEREAS, Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. was an original member of the Dunwoody
Police Department who dedicated 28 years of service in law enforcement, including roles
within the Marietta and Cobb County police departments; and
WHEREAS, he was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local
government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound
principles of law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. exhibited extraordinary devotion to public
service, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his
duties; and
WHEREAS, he will long be remembered for his inspiring commitment to the welfare of
others, which stands as a shining example of the positive effect law enforcement
professionals have on the lives and well-being of others.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty"
Furman Jr. and express their most sincere condolences at his passing.
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 Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr.