HR475 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Flowers, Berlin, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House approved and signed a resolution mourning Berlin Flowers' death and expressing condolences to her family.

What This Bill Does

It formally acknowledges Berlin Flowers' death, expresses the House's sadness, and offers heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends. It includes biographical details about her life, such as her long work as a seamstress and her residence in Calhoun County, and it notes her survivors. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be given to the family and friends.

Who It Affects

• Berlin Flowers' family and friends, who receive official condolences and recognition from the state
• Alabama residents, who see the state formally acknowledge a local community member's life and loss

Key Provisions

• The House expresses deep sadness and extends heartfelt sympathy to Berlin Flowers' family and friends
• Biographical details are noted: born in DeKalb County on June 21, 1918; longtime Calhoun County resident; seamstress for 65 years
• Surviving relatives and those who preceded her in death are acknowledged (e.g., husband Cason Flowers; son Jimmy Flowers; daughters-in-law Charlotte and Diane Flowers; eight siblings; and her children and grandchildren)
• A copy of the resolution is to be provided to the family and friends

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence