Senate Resolution 832
By: Senator Strickland of the 42nd
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and legacy of George Walter Stephens; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, February 17, 2026, marks the 60th anniversary of the passing of George Walter
Stephens on February 17, 1966; and
WHEREAS, George Walter Stephens served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and
liberty with the United States Army, valiantly and courageously protecting his fellow
Americans from 1940 until his retirement in 1962; and
WHEREAS, he enlisted on November 19, 1940, and served with the 2nd Armored Division
during World War II, serving in Sicily, Normandy, Northern France, the Ardennes, the
Rhineland, and Central Europe; and
WHEREAS, throughout his 22-year military career, he reenlisted multiple times and rose
through the ranks, serving as Sergeant First Class, Technical Sergeant, and with the Military
Police; and
WHEREAS, he received numerous prestigious awards and recognitions during his time in
the United States Army, including the Good Conduct Medal and the American Defense
Service Medal while overseas, as well as the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious
service in 1962; and
WHEREAS, he was united in love and marriage to his wife, Anna, and was blessed with six
remarkable children, Pat, Mary, Tony, Mike, Debbie, and Johnny; and
WHEREAS, he gave inspiration to many through his high ideals, morals, and deep concern
for his fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding he demonstrated to his
family and friends were admired by others; and
WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous man, George Walter Stephens is long
remembered for his love of family, friendship, and community and is missed by all who had
the great fortune of knowing him.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
join in honoring the life and legacy of George Walter Stephens.
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
George Walter Stephens.