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SR 291: House, Marilyn; condolences

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Senate Resolution 291

By: Senators Harbison of the 15th and Robertson of the 29th

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and memory of Marilyn House; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Marilyn House on February 16, 2025; and

WHEREAS, as the wife of a dedicated military officer, Marilyn House spent 26 years living in numerous places around the world, including six years in Germany and two years in South Korea, as well as across the United States, always providing unwavering support to military families and communities; and

WHEREAS, she was united in love and marriage to her husband, Colonel (Retired) John M. House, and was blessed with four remarkable daughters, Shannon, Amanda, Mary, and Carole, as well as three wonderful grandchildren, Ginny, Bo, and Vanessa; and

WHEREAS, she selflessly dedicated much of her time to spouses clubs, support groups, and community organizations, making a meaningful impact on soldiers and their families while raising her daughters with love and care; and

WHEREAS, Marilyn House further served her community as a regular volunteer for churches, schools, the Red Cross, the Girl Scouts, the Columbus High School Band Boosters, and the National Infantry Museum; and

WHEREAS, she was the recipient of many honors and recognitions, including multiple certificates of appreciation, the Field Artillery Order of Molly Pitcher, the United States Army's Commander's Award for Civilian Service three times, the Army's Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, and the Meritorious Public Service Medal; and

WHEREAS, Marilyn House was also an accomplished author who shared her experiences as a military spouse in Home is Where the Movers Leave You, a heartfelt chronicle of her and her family's life; and

WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous woman, Marilyn House 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 Marilyn House 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 Marilyn House.