HR1329: HR1329 Newton, Rickey O'Neal; Norcross, Georgia; honoring the life and memory; condolences

26 LC 129 1043 House Resolution 1329 By: Representatives Beckles of the 96th, Mitchell of the 88th, Okoye of the 102nd, Reeves of the 99th, Efstration of the 104th, and others A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and memory of Rickey O'Neal Newton of Norcross, Georgia; and for other1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, Rickey O'Neal Newton was born on July 31, 1952, to the late Ralph and Hattie3 Mae Newton, and was called home to be with the Lord, leaving be hind a legacy of faith,4 family, and quiet strength; and5 WHEREAS, at the age of ten, Rickey joined Hopewell Baptist Church, where he established6 a deep and abiding faith that remained steadfast throughout his life, and even when his health7 prevented him from attending services in person, he remained sp iritually connected by8 faithfully watching services online; and9 WHEREAS, Rickey was a proud graduate of Norcross High School, C lass of 1970, and10 dedicated many years of his professional life to his community, including following in his11 father's footsteps into the construction trade; and12 WHEREAS, Rickey served as the family historian, possessing an extraordinary memory and13 deep knowledge of family heritage, making him the trusted keeper of stories and guardian14 of family history; and15 H. R. 1329 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1043 WHEREAS, Rickey was a devoted father to his beloved son Rodrick Newton, a loving16 brother to Beverly Turner, Ronald Newton, Craig Newton, Wanda Fulton, Dana Hines, and17 Noland Newton, and a cherished uncle, cousin, and friend whose quiet strength and steady18 presence touched countless lives; and19 WHEREAS, Rickey O'Neal Newton's life was a testament to the values of faith, family, hard20 work, and humility, and his memory will continue to inspire all who knew and loved him;21 and22 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the extraordinary life of this remarkable23 man be appropriately recognized.24 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that25 the members of this body honor the life and memory of Rickey O'Neal Newton and express26 their deepest sympathy to his family and friends during this time of loss.27 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized28 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the29 family of Rickey O'Neal Newton.30 H. R. 1329 - 2 -