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SR 913: Howard, Debra; commend

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Senate Resolution 913

By: Senators Howard of the 35th, James of the 28th, Rhett of the 33rd, Anderson of the 43rd and Davenport of the 17th

A RESOLUTION

Commending and congratulating Debra Howard; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Debra Howard was born on March 5, 1951, and this year she enjoys the delightful distinction of celebrating her 75th birthday; and

WHEREAS, following her retirement after a 36-year career as a human resources manager with Consolidated Edison Company in New York City, Debra Howard and her husband, Nathaniel, relocated to Smyrna, Georgia, in December 2012, where they have since made their home in the Vinings community; and

WHEREAS, she is an active and devoted member of Turner Chapel AME Church in Marietta, Georgia, where she serves faithfully with the Golden Agers' Ministry and represents the church in collaborative efforts within the AME district; and

WHEREAS, she has consistently extended her service beyond her church, dedicating her time to community volunteerism, jobseeker coaching, civic engagement within her homeowners association, advocacy for individuals with mental disabilities through her leadership with NAMI Cobb, and support for educational opportunity through her involvement with POSSE Atlanta; and

WHEREAS, a kind and generous person, Debra Howard brings joy and happiness to her family and to the many friends and neighbors who have the great pleasure of knowing her; and

WHEREAS, she has witnessed a dramatic change in the world over the course of her lifetime, and we salute her contributions to its progress through her tireless efforts on behalf of her community and extended family; and

WHEREAS, by the example Debra Howard has made of her life, she makes this world a better place in which to live, and it is only fitting and proper that she be appropriately honored during this very special and memorable time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend Debra Howard for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and community; congratulate her on the remarkable occasion of her 75th birthday; and extend their most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness. 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 Debra Howard.