HR1712: HR1712 Lay, Nasir Shakur; honoring the life and memory; condolences

26 LC 112 3929 House Resolution 1712 By: Representative Baker of the 64th A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and memory of Nasir Shakur Lay; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Nasir Shakur Lay was a beloved son whose life, though tragically brief, brought2 joy, promise, and immeasurable love to his family and to all who knew him; and3 WHEREAS, he was deeply cherished by his mother, Marquenetta Cla rk-Bethune, whose4 devotion, strength, and enduring love reflect the powerful bond between a mother and her5 child; and6 WHEREAS, the loss of a young life is a profound tragedy that touches not only a family but7 also an entire community, reminding us of the precious and irre placeable value of every8 child; and9 WHEREAS, although his time on this earth was far too short, his memory lives on through10 the love of his family and through the compassion and support o f those who stand beside11 them during this difficult time; and12 H. R. 1712 - 1 - 26 LC 112 3929 WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that this body pause to recog nize his life and extend13 heartfelt sympathy to his family while acknowledging the strength and resilience they have14 demonstrated in the face of unimaginable loss; and15 WHEREAS, every child's life carries immeasurable worth, and honoring Nasir Shakur Lay's16 memory serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to care for, protect, and uplift the17 children of this state.18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that19 the members of this body honor the life and memory of Nasir Shakur Lay and extend their20 deepest condolences to his mother, Marquenetta Clark-Bethune, and to all of his family and21 loved ones.22 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized23 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the24 family of Nasir Shakur Lay.25 H. R. 1712 - 2 -