SR760: SR760 Wilson, Mordecai; condolences

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes the life of Mordecai Wilson, who served on the Lula City Council for 20 years after being elected in 2000, and who served in the United States Navy during World War II. The resolution recounts his community involvement, including his faith at Springfield Missionary Baptist Church in Lula, his marriage to his wife Mary, and the couple's work running a group home and caring for foster children. The Senate resolves to honor his memory and express regret at his passing, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to his family.

• Formally honors the life and memory of former Lula City Councilman Mordecai Wilson, who died on December 24, 2026.
• Expresses the Georgia Senate's regret at his passing on behalf of its members.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to Wilson's family.

The resolution directly concerns the family of Mordecai Wilson and the community of Lula, Georgia, including the Lula City Council and Springfield Missionary Baptist Church, where he was an active member.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally; its practical impact is a formal record of appreciation from the state Senate and a keepsake copy provided to Wilson's family and community.

• The whereas clauses describe Wilson's 20 years on the Lula City Council starting in 2000 and his continued attendance at meetings after leaving office.
• The whereas clauses note his World War II service in the United States Navy and his faith and family life.
• The first resolving clause has the Senate join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.

1. 2026-02-12Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-02-11Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Drew Echols (R, SD-049)Primary sponsor
• Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
• Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
• Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
• Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
• Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
• Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
• Donzella James (D, SD-028)
• Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
• Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
• Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)

• Senate resolution
• condolences
• Lula Georgia
• local government
• military veterans