HR271 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Isbell, Gordon Roswell, Jr., death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House passed a resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Gordon Roswell Isbell, Jr.

What This Bill Does

It records the death with sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It pays tribute to his life, noting his military service, civic leadership, and work as a longtime businessman. It lists his various affiliations and honors to recognize the impact he had on his community.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Gordon Roswell Isbell Jr. receive a formal, public tribute and condolences from the Alabama House.
• The broader Alabama community—especially residents of Gadsden/Etowah County and members of his civic and business associations—are affected by the public recognition of his life and community contributions.

Key Provisions

• Mourning the death of Gordon Roswell Isbell Jr. and recording the event in the legislative record.
• Offering heartfelt sympathy to his grieving family as part of the tribute.
• Recognizing his military service (U.S. Army, 1943-1946), civic leadership roles, business leadership, and numerous community affiliations and honors.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence