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title: HR 482. Perkins-Frazier, Esther; condolences
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date: 2025-03-04
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bill_number: HR 482
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status_date: 2025-03-04
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  - Carl Gilliard
  - Ron Stephens
  - Al Williams
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  - Savannah community
  - Georgia House of Representatives
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# HR 482. Perkins-Frazier, Esther; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 482
By: Representatives Gilliard of the 162nd, Stephens of the 164th, and Williams of the 168th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Esther Perkins-Frazier; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens
with the passing of Esther Perkins-Frazier on January 14, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Esther Perkins-Frazier was born on March 3, 1956, in Savannah, Georgia, a
beloved daughter of Earl Sr. and Juanita Perkins; and
WHEREAS, an exemplary academic, she graduated with honors from the Savannah School
of Interior Decorating and Design in 1976 and earned multiple certifications in early
childhood education; and
WHEREAS, during her distinguished 12-year-long career at WSOK Radio/WLVH Radio,
she served as an announcer, news director, public relations director, and promotions director,
using her platform to promote Gospel music and strengthen community engagement; and
WHEREAS, her impact on Gospel music included leadership roles in church music
ministries and 25 years of service as part of the Grammy-nominated Savannah Community
Choir, appearing on 12 nationally distributed albums; and
WHEREAS, her passion for education touched the lives of countless students through her
work as a kindergarten teacher, paraprofessional, mentor, and tutor in Savannah-Chatham
County Public Schools and local educational programs; and
WHEREAS, her tireless advocacy for those in need was evident through her founding of
Share the Harvest Community Food Pantry & Clothes Closet, her work in outreach ministries
for the homeless, and her volunteer efforts with numerous charitable organizations dedicated
to supporting women, children, and families; and
WHEREAS, Esther Perkins-Frazier was blessed with two remarkable children, Bynikini and
Jacquarze, as well as one wonderful granddaughter, Eliyanah; and
WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous woman, Esther Perkins-Frazier will long be
remembered for her love of family, friendship, and community and will be missed by all who
had the great fortune of knowing her.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Esther Perkins-Frazier and
express their deepest and most sincere regret at her 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 Esther Perkins-Frazier.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Esther Perkins-Frazier, a Savannah educator, broadcaster, and Gospel musician who died on January 14, 2025.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives formally recognizes the life of Esther Perkins-Frazier, a Savannah, Georgia native who passed away on January 14, 2025. It recounts her education, her 12-year broadcasting career at WSOK Radio and WLVH Radio, her decades of involvement with the Grammy-nominated Savannah Community Choir, her years as a kindergarten teacher and mentor in Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools, and her charitable work founding a community food pantry and clothes closet.
The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the House joins in honoring her memory and expresses sympathy for her passing, and it directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to her family.

### What it does

- Formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences and honors the memory of Esther Perkins-Frazier.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.
- Creates no new legal requirements, funding, or changes to Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement only.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names the family of Esther Perkins-Frazier, including her children and granddaughter, as recipients of the honor. It also reflects on her connections to Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools, WSOK/WLVH Radio, and the Savannah Community Choir.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect, but it provides an official, public record from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Esther Perkins-Frazier's contributions to education, broadcasting, music, and community service in Savannah.

### Key provisions

- The preamble ('WHEREAS' clauses) recounts her biography, career, and community work in detail.
- The first resolving clause states that House members join in honoring her life and memory and express regret at her passing.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-03-04)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-03-04)
- Sponsors: Carl Gilliard, Ron Stephens, Al Williams
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71137

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr482.md?full=1