HR1328: HR1328 Shipman, Ron; honoring the life and legacy; condolences

26 LC 129 1045 House Resolution 1328 By: Representatives Jones of the 143rd, Paris of the 142nd, Herring of the 145th, Griffin of the 149th, and Reese of the 140th A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and legacy of Ron Shipman; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the passing of Ron Shipman , an extraordinary2 business executive, visionary public servant, and devoted famil y man whose life's work3 reflected an unwavering commitment to leadership, service, and the advancement of4 communities throughout Middle Georgia, this state, and beyond; and5 WHEREAS, throughout a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades, Ron Shipman6 served with excellence at Georgia Power, beginning in 1984 at P lant Hatch as a nuclear7 chemistry technician and environmental specialist and rising through numerous leadership8 roles in environmental affairs, legislative and external affairs, customer service, and regional9 operations, ultimately serving as Vice President of the Southwest Region, where he oversaw10 electric service delivery to hundreds of thousands of customers across a vast multiregional11 territory; and12 WHEREAS, his leadership at Georgia Power strengthened infrastructure reliability, fostered13 economic growth, and advanced responsible environmental steward ship, earning him14 widespread respect as a thoughtful executive who balanced innov ation with community15 responsibility; and16 H. R. 1328 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1045 WHEREAS, following his distinguished tenure in the electric utility industry, he continued17 his commitment to public service through leadership in economic development and regional18 advancement, including work with industrial development initiatives and civic organizations19 that helped position Middle Georgia for sustainable growth and opportunity; and20 WHEREAS, Ron Shipman later served as Executive Director and Pre sident of the Macon21 Water Authority, becoming the first African American to hold th at role and leading with22 vision and purpose to strengthen operational excellence, build public trust, and ensure23 reliable water resources for the citizens of Bibb County and surrounding communities; and24 WHEREAS, beyond his professional accomplishments, he was deeply devoted to his beloved25 wife, Anita Shipman, whose steadfast support and partnership we re central to his life's26 journey, and together they built a legacy grounded in faith, family, service, and compassion;27 and28 WHEREAS, those who knew him best recognized that his greatest pride was found not only29 in his professional achievements but in the love he shared with his family and the example30 he set as a husband, father, mentor, and friend; and31 WHEREAS, his influence extended throughout civic and educationa l initiatives across32 Middle Georgia, where he championed collaboration, mentorship, and opportunity, leaving33 a lasting imprint on the business community, public institutions, and the lives of countless34 Georgians; and35 WHEREAS, the passing of Ron Shipman represents a profound loss to Anita Shipman, his36 family, the Macon community, the State of Georgia, and all who were touched by his37 leadership and generosity of spirit; and38 H. R. 1328 - 2 - 26 LC 129 1045 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the remarkable life of this distinguished39 Georgian be recognized by this body and that his legacy be pres erved as an enduring40 example of excellence, service, and compassion.41 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that42 the members of this body honor the life and memory of Ron Shipm an and recognize his43 extraordinary contributions to his family, Georgia Power, indus trial and economic44 development efforts, the Macon Water Authority, the business community, and the State of45 Georgia.46 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized47 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to Anita48 Shipman and the Shipman family. 49 H. R. 1328 - 3 -