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.