House Resolution 503
By: Representatives Barton of the 5th, Ridley of the 6th, Wiedower of the 121st, Gaines of the
120th, Anderson of the 10th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Delane Roberts on the occasion of her retirement; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS, Delane Roberts has long been recognized by the citizens and leaders of this
state for the vital role she has played in state and local government and her deep personal
commitment to the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, for the past 32 years, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted
innumerable hours of her time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of the daily
operations of the Georgia General Assembly, as evidenced by her service to the Georgia
House of Representatives; and
WHEREAS, she began her career with the Georgia House of Representatives on January 1,
1993, and has served numerous members over the years, including 12 years as the Defense
& Veterans Affairs Committee Assistant; and
WHEREAS, she excelled in each of these roles, demonstrating a keen ability to identify
opportunities for her elected officials, maintaining an extensive network of contacts across
state agencies and departments, and always upholding a cheerful demeanor; and
WHEREAS, this stellar woman exemplifies the courage, determination, leadership, and
character necessary to attain excellence in government service, and her contributions have
been recognized and appreciated by all who work under the Gold Dome; and
WHEREAS, a lifelong member of Bremen Church of Christ, she has remained actively
involved in her faith community, where her father, Jessie Roberts, and she was a devoted
caregiver to her mother, Sue Bearden Roberts, and her aunt, Eloise Bearden Bell, until their
passing; and
WHEREAS, she has announced her retirement, effective January 1, 2025, and is to be
honored for her decades of efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the
citizens of this state.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Delane Roberts for her decades of service
to this state; congratulate her upon the grand occasion of her retirement; and extend the most
sincere best wishes for continued good health and happiness.
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
Delane Roberts.