House Resolution 1855
By: Representative Jackson of the 128th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Master Derrick De'Quan Taylor; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished young
citizens with the passing of Master Derrick De'Quan Taylor on September 27, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Master Derrick De'Quan Taylor was born on June 10, 2020, a beloved son of
Herbert Taylor, Jr., and Crystal Dunn Taylor; and
WHEREAS, a pre-K student and Ridge Road Primary School, Derrick loved doing his work
and playing in center time; and
WHEREAS, at school Derrick was a kind and loving friend, who gave the best hugs and high
fives; and
WHEREAS, Derrick will long be remembered for his love of cowboy boots, graham
crackers, the color blue, monster trucks, and his family's dog; and
WHEREAS, a compassionate and kind-hearted young boy, Derrick will be missed by all who
had the great fortune of knowing him.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Master Derrick De'Quan
Taylor 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 Master Derrick De'Quan Taylor.