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.