HR2082: HR2082 Scott, Mrs. Thelma Crawford; honoring the life and legacy; condolences
2025-2026 Regular Session · Introduced version · Last action March 31, 2026
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House Resolution 2082
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and legacy of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott; and for other purposes.1
WHEREAS, Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott was born on August 28, 1928 , in Wilmot,2
Arkansas, to the late Theo Crawford and Bessie Holmes, and she lived a life defined by faith,3
love, and unwavering devotion to her family and community; and4
WHEREAS, at an early age, she accepted Christ and was baptized at Zion Hill Baptist5
Church in Camden, Arkansas, establishing a strong spiritual fou ndation that guided her6
throughout her life; and7
WHEREAS, Mrs. Scott was united in holy matrimony to her beloved husband, Elbert Scott,8
and together they built a strong and loving family, raising six children and instilling in them9
the values of faith, perseverance, and compassion; and10
WHEREAS, she was known for her warm and infectious smile, her w elcoming spirit, and11
her ability to make everyone she encountered feel loved and val ued, leaving a lasting12
impression on all who knew her; and13
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Scott was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Elbert Scott; her14
children, Marie Atkins, Elbert Scott Jr., and Jerry Scott; her grandchildren, Tim Mitchell and15
Maleek Scott; and her brothers, L.C. White and James White; and16
WHEREAS, she leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories through her devoted17
family, including her sons, Edward Scott (Sandra), John Scott, and Rickey Scott (Mickie);18
her daughter, Doris Mitchell; her sister, Doris White; her brother, Bobby White; as well as19
a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends who will20
forever honor her life and legacy; and21
WHEREAS, Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott transitioned peacefully to her eternal home on22
November 14, 2021, after a courageous life well lived, leaving behind a legacy of strength,23
grace, and unconditional love; and24
WHEREAS, her life stands as a testament to faith, family, and service, and her impact will25
continue to inspire generations to come.26
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that27
the members of this body honor and celebrate the life of Mrs. T helma Crawford Scott and28
extend their deepest sympathy to her family and loved ones.29
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized30
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the31
family of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott.32
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