HR 673: Jones, Clifford Walker, Sr.; commend

House Resolution 673

By: Representative Powell of the 33rd

A RESOLUTION

Commending and congratulating Clifford Walker Jones Sr.; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Clifford Walker Jones Sr. was born on May 4, 1925, in Hartwell, Georgia, the youngest child of Allen Looney and Fannie Cleveland Jones, and this year he enjoys the rare distinction of celebrating his 100th birthday, entering the exclusive club of Georgia's centenarians; and

WHEREAS, the devotion, patience, and understanding he and his wife, Claudie, shared for 59 years provided the foundation of success from which his family members have developed and flourished; and

WHEREAS, he honorably served in the United States Army's Infantry Division during World War II, being drafted on his 18th birthday in 1943, serving in the European Theatre, and fighting in the Battle of the Bulge, risking his own life to protect the lives and well-being of others; and

WHEREAS, during the war, his feet froze, minimizing blood flow to and from his lower extremities, yet despite reduced sensation in both feet, he persevered, continued his tour of duty, and exemplified the strength and will of a true hero; and

WHEREAS, Clifford Walker Jones Sr. possesses the vast wisdom that only comes through experience and the strength of character that is achieved by overcoming the many challenges, barriers, and adversities of life; and

WHEREAS, this distinguished gentleman has given inspiration to many through his high ideals, morals, and deep concern for his fellow citizens; and

WHEREAS, a man of deep and abiding faith, he has been a member of New Hope Full Gospel Baptist Church for over 85 years, serving on the board of deacons and being the community's trusted "go-to" and "fix-it" person; and

WHEREAS, a lifelong resident of Hartwell, Georgia, he is a person of magnanimous strengths and a trailblazer with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and

WHEREAS, a kind and generous person, Clifford Walker Jones Sr. brings joy and happiness to his family and to the many friends and neighbors who have the great pleasure of knowing him; and

WHEREAS, he has witnessed dramatic changes in the world over the course of his lifetime, and we salute his contributions to its progress by his own hard work, good citizenship, and commitment to helping others; and

WHEREAS, by the example he has set in his life, Clifford Walker Jones Sr. has made this world a better place in which to live, and it is only fitting and proper that he be appropriately honored during this very special and memorable time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Clifford Walker Jones Sr. for his unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of his family, community, and church; congratulate him on the remarkable occasion of his 100th birthday; and extend their most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Clifford Walker Jones Sr.