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title: HR 2084. Branton, Mrs. Eloise; honoring the life and memory; condolences
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date: 2026-03-31
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bill_number: HR 2084
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-03-31
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Sandra Scott
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  - commemorative resolution
  - Georgia House of Representatives
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# HR 2084. Branton, Mrs. Eloise; honoring the life and memory; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 2084
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Mrs. Eloise Branton; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Mrs. Eloise Branton was a woman of unwavering faith, strength, and devotion
whose life was marked by love, service, and perseverance; and
WHEREAS, she was born on April 15, 1930, to the late Thomas and Iola Brown as the
second of four children and was raised with values that would guide her throughout her life;
and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Branton received her education in the Leon County School System and
went on to build a life centered on hard work, family, and community; and
WHEREAS, she was united in holy matrimony to the late Samuel Branton, with whom she
shared over 40 years of love and partnership; and
WHEREAS, through her life's journey, she exemplified resilience, rising from humble
beginnings in farm life to working in private homes, contributing to housekeeping services
in Florida's capitol, and ultimately participating in the co-ownership of a family funeral
service business; and
WHEREAS, at an early age, Mrs. Branton accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and was
baptized under the leadership of Pastor George Wilson; she later became a devoted member
of St. Peter Church, where she faithfully served for many years, including as a member of
Choir #1, the Pallbearer Lodge, and the Eastern Star; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Branton departed this life on July 6, 2004, at 11:36 PM, joining her
beloved parents and husband in eternal rest; and
WHEREAS, she leaves behind a powerful legacy through her loving family, including her
children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended relatives, and countless loved ones,
whose lives she touched with kindness, wisdom, and grace; and
WHEREAS, her life serves as a testament to faith, family, and perseverance, and her memory
continues to inspire all who knew and loved her.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Mrs. Eloise Branton and
recognize her enduring contributions to her family, church, and community.
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 Mrs. Eloise Branton.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of the late Mrs. Eloise Branton, offering the chamber's recognition and condolences to her family.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it recounts the life of Mrs. Eloise Branton, who was born in 1930, raised in the Leon County School System, married to the late Samuel Branton, and worked in farm labor, private housekeeping, and a family funeral service business. It also describes her decades of church service at St. Peter Church before her death in 2004.
The resolution formally states that the House of Representatives honors her life and legacy and recognizes her contributions to her family, church, and community. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to her family, which is the resolution's only concrete action.

### What it does

- Formally states that the House of Representatives honors the life and legacy of Mrs. Eloise Branton on behalf of the chamber.
- Recites biographical details of her life, including her birth, education, marriage, work history, and church involvement.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly affects the family of Mrs. Eloise Branton, who will receive a copy of it, and reflects recognition extended by the Georgia House of Representatives on behalf of the state.

### Why it matters

While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect, it provides an official, permanent public record from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Mrs. Branton's life, giving her family a formal document commemorating her legacy.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses recount Mrs. Branton's birth, education, marriage, work history, and decades of service at St. Peter Church.
- The resolving clause states the House of Representatives honors her life and legacy and recognizes her contributions to family, church, and community.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-31)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-31)
- Sponsors: Sandra Scott
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74685

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