HR1400: HR1400 Williams, Ty Lewis; honoring the life and memory; condolences
2025-2026 Regular Session · Introduced version · Last action February 18, 2026
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House Resolution 1400
By: Representative Santos of the 117th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Ty Lewis Williams; and for other purposes.1
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens2
with the passing of Ty Lewis Williams on February 3, 2026, at the age of 23; and3
WHEREAS, Ty Lewis Williams was born on September 26, 2002, in Stockbridge, Georgia,4
a beloved son of Stephanie Carreker and Jermey Williams; and5
WHEREAS, a passionate writer and musician, Ty could light up a room with his quick wit,6
detailed storytelling, and unforgettable sense of humor; and7
WHEREAS, he gave inspiration to many through his high ideals, morals, and deep concern8
for his fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding he demonstrated to his9
family and friends were admired by others; and10
WHEREAS, he was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation11
for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example he made of his life, he12
made this world a better place in which to live; and13
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WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous man, Ty will long be remembered for his love14
of UFC, but above all, his deep and abiding love f or his family, and will be missed by all15
who had the great fortune of knowing him.16
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that17
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory o f Ty Lewis Williams and18
express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.19
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized20
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the21
family of Ty Lewis Williams.22
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