HR1999: HR1999 Givens, Malinda Naomi; honoring the life and legacy; condolences

26 LC 112 4109 House Resolution 1999 By: Representative Scott of the 76th A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and legacy of Malinda Naomi Givens; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Malinda Naomi Givens was born on April 24, 1902, in Leon County, Florida,2 the beloved and only daughter of the late Collie and Dressie Atkins; and3 WHEREAS, she received her early education through the public sc hools of Leon County,4 laying a foundation of faith, discipline, and service that would guide her throughout her life;5 and6 WHEREAS, on August 24, 1923, she was converted and united with St. Mark Primitive7 Baptist Church under the pastorate of Reverend S. Paramore, where she became a devoted8 and faithful servant of the Lord; and9 WHEREAS, immediately upon joining St. Mark Primitive Baptist Church, she committed10 herself to active service, faithfully serving as church secretary for 23 years and later being11 appointed to the Mother's Board in 1948, where she continued her dedicated service until her12 passing; and13 H. R. 1999 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4109 WHEREAS, she was joined in Holy Matrimony to Louis Givens in 1921, and together they14 built a strong and loving family, raising eight children and in stilling in them the values of15 faith, perseverance, and unity; and16 WHEREAS, she was a pillar of strength and grace within her family and community, known17 for her unwavering faith, quiet dignity, and commitment to uplifting those around her; and18 WHEREAS, on Saturday, August 9, 1975, at approximately 5:20 PM, Malinda Naomi19 Givens peacefully transitioned from labor to reward, as the angels of Heaven came to claim20 one of God's faithful servants; and21 WHEREAS, she leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband, Louis Givens; her22 loving children, Ophelia Dickey, Rosa Bell Richardson, Dorothy Lee Dorsey, Malinda23 Jordan, Louis Givens Jr., Phillip Givens, and Samuel Nelson Givens; along with sons-in-law;24 daughters-in-law; one uncle, Alex Allen; 42 grandchildren; 42 g reat-grandchildren; one25 great-great-grandchild; three god-children; and a host of cherished relatives and friends; and26 WHEREAS, the life of Malinda Naomi Givens stands as a testament to faith, family, service,27 and enduring love, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire generations.28 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that29 the members of this body honor and celebrate the remarkable lif e and legacy of Malinda30 Naomi Givens, recognizing her contributions to her church, her family, and her community.31 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized32 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the33 family of Malinda Naomi Givens.34 H. R. 1999 - 2 -