SR1076: SR1076 Brown, Robert "Bob"; honor

26 LC 112 4171 Senate Resolution 1076 By: Senators Walker III of the 20th, Anavitarte of the 31st and Jackson of the 41st A RESOLUTION Honoring Robert "Bob" Brown on the occasion of his 80th birthday; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Robert "Bob" Brown was born on March 31, 1946, in the town of Jellico in East2 Tennessee; and3 WHEREAS, as he celebrates his 80th birthday, it is fitting to r ecognize a life marked by4 service, dedication, and an enduring commitment to others; and5 WHEREAS, after completing high school, Bob answered the call to serve his country by6 enlisting in the United States Army, serving honorably for 15 months in Vietnam, including7 during the Tet Offensive, and earning the Bronze Star for his courage and sacrifice; and8 WHEREAS, upon returning home in 1968, Bob made Georgia his home and began a long9 and distinguished career with General Motors, working at the Lakewood plant in southeast10 Atlanta and later at the Doraville plant, where he dedicated 35 years of service before retiring11 in 2003; and12 S. R. 1076 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4171 WHEREAS, Bob continued his commitment to public service when he joined the Georgia13 State Senate in 2017 as a doorkeeper, serving under Sergeants-at-Arms John Long and Jerry14 Cooley; and15 WHEREAS, in recognition of his dedication, leadership, and inte grity, Bob was elected16 Sergeant-at-Arms of the Georgia Senate in the 2023 Legislative Session; and17 WHEREAS, Bob has demonstrated a deep and abiding passion for the Georgia State Capitol18 and the Georgia State Senate, generously sharing his knowledge, stories, and appreciation19 for its history and architecture with visitors, many of whom ha ve remarked on the lasting20 impression he leaves; and21 WHEREAS, beyond his professional accomplishments, Bob enjoys ca mping, hiking as a22 longtime member of the Over-the-Hill Hiking Club, and gardening , having served as23 president of the Buckhead Men's Garden Club; and24 WHEREAS, known for his warm and welcoming spirit, Bob has never m e t a s t r a n g e r ,25 forming lasting friendships through simple acts of kindness and conversation; and26 WHEREAS, his life stands as a testament to service, community, and genuine human27 connection, and his 80 years have left an indelible mark on all who have had the privilege28 of knowing him.29 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body30 honor and commend Robert "Bob" Brown on the joyous occasion of his 80th birthday and31 extend their sincerest congratulations and best wishes for many more years of health,32 happiness, and continued service.33 S. R. 1076 - 2 - 26 LC 112 4171 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed34 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to Robert "Bob"35 Brown.36 S. R. 1076 - 3 -