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SR 1025: Gable, Phillip Cortez; condolences

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Senate Resolution 1025

By: Senators Harbin of the 16th, Dickerson of the 21st, Albers of the 56th, McNeel of the 18th, Walker III of the 20th and others

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and memory of Phillip Cortez Gable; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Phillip Cortez Gable, affectionately known as "Corkey," a devoted family man, respected professional, and proud patriot; and

WHEREAS, Phillip Cortez Gable was born on March 13, 1948, in Braselton, Georgia, and he passed away on March 9, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, he honorably served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1971, faithfully answering the call to serve his country; and

WHEREAS, he enjoyed a distinguished career as Vice President at the Bank of Ozarks, earning the respect of colleagues through his leadership, integrity, and commitment to excellence; and

WHEREAS, he was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Nell Gable; his sister, Ann Teague; his brother, Sidney Gable; and his grandson, Josh Barrow; and

WHEREAS, he is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda Gable; his children, Donna (John) Nichol, Cheyne (Renee) Gable, Mike (LeAnn) Gable, and Dawn (Antonio) Ojeda; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, with another expected; his sister, Nita (Richard) Jones; and numerous nieces and nephews; and

WHEREAS, Phillip Cortez Gable leaves a lasting legacy of service, devotion, and faithfulness that has enriched his family, community, and the State of Georgia.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Phillip Cortez Gable and express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of Phillip Cortez Gable.