HR511 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Higdon, Tommy Edward, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House of Representatives passes a resolution mourning the death and celebrating the life of Tommy Edward Higdon and offering sympathy to his family.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it would officially memorialize Tommy Edward Higdon in the public record. It describes his life, including his marriage to Renea on Valentine's Day 2017, his hobbies, and his role in the community, and it acknowledges the loss to his wife, family, and friends. It also expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife, immediate family, and friends, and notes that his memory will be cherished by those who knew him.

Who It Affects

• Tommy Edward Higdon's wife, Renea Teele Higdon, his mother Mary Lee Croft, his grandson Brantley Ryan Higdon, his brother Jerry Higdon (Tammy), and other relatives and friends who receive tribute and sympathy.
• The Alabama House of Representatives and the broader Alabama community, who are the audience of this memorial and who share in the remembrance.

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved by the Alabama House of Representatives that the death of Tommy Edward Higdon is mourned and his life celebrated, with a commitment to honor his legacy and remember his impact on family and community.
• Be it further resolved that the House extends heartfelt sympathy to his wife, Renea Teele Higdon, his mother Mary Lee Croft, his grandson Brantley Ryan Higdon, his brother Jerry Higdon (Tammy), and other relatives and friends, recognizing their loss and cherishing his memory.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence