House Resolution 1801
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Lewis Givens Sr.; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate and fitting to recognize the lives of those individuals whose
faith, dedication to family, and service to community have left a lasting legacy for
generations to follow; and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. was born on September 17, 1899, in Tallahassee, Florida, the
beloved son of the late Robert Givens and Frances Jenkins-Givens; and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. lived a life marked by devotion to family, community, and
faith, becoming a pillar of strength and guidance to those who knew and loved him; and
WHEREAS, he was united in holy matrimony to the late Malinda Atkins-Givens in January
1921, and through this blessed union, they raised eight children—five daughters and three
sons—building a legacy of love, resilience, and family unity; and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. accepted Christ as his Savior in July of 1982 and became a
devoted member of St. Marks Primitive Baptist Church, where he worshiped faithfully under
the leadership of Reverend Matthew Balkman; and
WHEREAS, he was a respected member of the Masonic Brothers of Cherry Hill 549, AFRO
American Lodge #14, and the University Pallbearers Lodge, reflecting his commitment to
brotherhood, service, and community fellowship; and
WHEREAS, throughout his long life, he was blessed with a large and loving family, and he
leaves behind a legacy through his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and
great-great-grandchildren, whose lives continue to be shaped by his example and wisdom;
and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. departed this life on Thursday, January 14, 1999, at 9:10 PM,
leaving a profound sense of loss to his family, church, and community as well as many
cherished memories and a legacy of faith and perseverance; and
WHEREAS, his life serves as a powerful reminder that faith, family devotion, and
community service are the foundations upon which strong generations are built.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Lewis Givens Sr. and
express their deepest and most sincere regret 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 Lewis Givens Sr.