House Resolution 1997
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Mr. Tommy Harrison; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Mr. Tommy Harrison was born on March 3, 1924, in Decatur County, Georgia,
the beloved son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Spencer Harrison; and
WHEREAS, at an early age, he moved to Havana, Florida, where he spent the remainder of
his life building a legacy of family, service, and community; and
WHEREAS, in 1946, he was united in holy matrimony to Mrs. Louise Dotson Harrison,
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dave Dotson of Havana, Florida, and this loving union was
blessed with six children; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harrison was a devoted husband, father, and family man who exemplified
strength, dignity, and commitment throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, on June 20, 1969, Mr. Tommy Harrison departed this life at Tallahassee
Memorial Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories; and
WHEREAS, he is survived by his loving wife, Mrs. Louise Harrison; four daughters, Mrs.
Glenn LaVern Jackson, Miss Sandra Louise Harrison, Miss Dorothy Lee Harrison, and Miss
Sarah Ann Harrison; two sons, Mr. Tommie Harrison Jr. and Mr. Lawrence Edward
Harrison; his father, Mr. John Spencer Harrison; five sisters, Mrs. Bessie Mae Manuel, Miss
Letha Harrison, Mrs. Mattie Grice, Mrs. Betty Dickey, and Mrs. Mamie Givens; one brother,
Mr. Henry Harrison; grandchildren, extended family, and a host of nieces, nephews,
relatives, and friends who will forever cherish his memory; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harrison's life reflected the values of faith, family, and perseverance, and
his presence brought strength and comfort to those who knew and loved him; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding life of this remarkable
individual be appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body honor the life and memory of Mr. Tommy Harrison and extend
their deepest and most sincere sympathies to his loved ones.
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 Mr. Tommy Harrison.