HR1478: HR1478 Ricchiuti, Elizabeth "Betty" Blackie; honoring the life and memory; condolences

26 LC 129 1249 House Resolution 1478 By: Representatives Carson of the 46th and Donatucci of the 105th A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Blackie Ricch iuti; and for other1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens3 with the passing of Elizabeth “Betty” Blackie Ricchiuti on January 29, 2026; and4 WHEREAS, Elizabeth “Betty” Blackie Ricchiuti was born on Novemb er 1, 1943, in5 Scotland, a beloved beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and matriarch; and6 WHEREAS, she was a devoted and loyal wife and mother who built a home filled with love,7 laughter, and unwavering support, and was known for challenging those around her to be8 better people, not through force, but through example, grace, a nd steadfast belief in them;9 and10 WHEREAS, she was united in love and marriage to her husband, Jo seph Robert “Bob”11 Ricchiuti, and was blessed with one remarkable child, Robert “Bobby” Ricchiuti; and12 H. R. 1478 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1249 WHEREAS, she gave inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern13 for her fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding she demonstrated to14 her family and friends were admired by others; and15 WHEREAS, she was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation16 for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example she made of her life,17 she made this world a better place in which to live; and18 WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous woman, Betty will long be remembered for her19 love of family, friendship, and community and will be missed by all who had the great20 fortune of knowing her.21 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that22 the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Blackie23 Ricchiuti and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized25 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the26 family of Elizabeth “Betty” Blackie Ricchiuti.27 H. R. 1478 - 2 -