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SR 354: Smith, Ms. Catherine Ann; condolences

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Senate Resolution 354

By: Senators Esteves of the 35th, Orrock of the 36th, McLaurin of the 14th, Parent of the 44th, Jackson of the 41st and others

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and memory of Ms. Catherine Ann Smith; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Ms. Catherine Ann Smith on February 25, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Catherine Ann Smith was born on May 29, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, a beloved daughter of Dr. Warren L. Smith and Ann Schwartz Smith; and

WHEREAS, she learned the art of political organizing from her mother, who turned their basement into a call center for the Democratic Party; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Catherine Ann Smith shared her knowledge with thousands of budding activists and organizers in both Michigan and Georgia, dedicating countless hours, energy, and resources to improving her community through the Democratic Party and progressive causes; and

WHEREAS, she was a person of intelligence, passion, caring spirit, generosity, and was full of laughter and wit; by the example she made of her life, she made the world a better place in which to live; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Catherine Ann Smith will long be remembered for her love of her chosen family and friends, and will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing her; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Catherine Ann Smith embodied the spirit of service and was always willing to find meaning in something greater than herself, making it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished American is recognized upon a life well lived.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Ms. Catherine Ann Smith 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 Ms. Catherine Ann Smith.