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SR 107: Jackson, Essie Mae; condolences

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Senate Resolution 107

By: Senators James of the 28th, Mangham of the 55th, Rhett of the 33rd and Anderson of the 43rd

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and memory of Essie Mae Jackson; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Essie Mae Jackson on January 25, 2025, a beloved daughter of Charlie and Lillian Robinson; and

WHEREAS, a woman of deep and abiding faith, Essie Mae Jackson was an active member of her church who regularly provided meals for her fellow congregants; and

WHEREAS, she was an exemplary cook who made room at her table for everyone, whether they were friends, family, or members of her community; and

WHEREAS, Essie Mae Jackson was the proud mother of six children, three boys and three girls, whom she raised with love, patience, and wisdom; and

WHEREAS, she gave inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding she demonstrated to her family and friends were admired by others; and

WHEREAS, she was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example she made of her life, she made this world a better place in which to live; and

WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous woman, Essie Mae Jackson 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 SENATE that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Essie Mae Jackson and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her 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 Essie Mae Jackson.