Georgia CommonsHR 2107: Barker, Barbara Anna; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action April 2, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Barbara Anna Barker, a longtime Norcross city employee and church member, and offers condolences to her family.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a formal tribute to Barbara Anna Barker, who died recently. It recounts her life story: born in 1942, a longtime active member of Hopewell Baptist Church, 22 years working at a Norcross dental office, and 25 years as the first Black female clerk for the City of Norcross. It also notes her marriage to her husband Frank and her two sons and five grandchildren. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the House joins in honoring her memory and expresses sincere regret at her passing, and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to her family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and memory of Barbara Anna Barker on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Expresses the House's sincere regret at her passing.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to her family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial tribute.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Barbara Anna Barker's family, including her husband Frank, sons Zachary and Deshannon, and five grandchildren. It also references the City of Norcross, where she worked as a city clerk, and Hopewell Baptist Church, where she was a longtime member.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it formally records the Georgia House's recognition of a private citizen's public service and community contributions, and provides her family an official keepsake from the state legislature.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount her biography, including her birth date, family, church involvement, and her 22 years at a Norcross dental office and 25 years as Norcross city clerk.
- The resolving clause states the House joins in honoring her memory and expresses regret at her passing.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.
From the bill
“she dedicated 22 years of professional service to working at Dr. Youngblood's dental office in downtown Norcross and later made history as the first Black female clerk for the City of Norcross, a position she held for 25 years”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Norcross
- Georgia House of Representatives
- local government history