HR485 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Farmer, Belle, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House of Representatives mourns the death of Belle Farmer of Attalla and extends condolences to her family.

What This Bill Does

HR485 is a House resolution that memorializes Belle Farmer’s life and expresses the House’s condolences. It notes she died on April 13, 2011, at age 100, and highlights her 28 years of service as the lunchroom supervisor at Stowers Hill Elementary School and her membership in Reed Memorial Baptist Church. The resolution extends heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends.

Who It Affects

• Belle Farmer's immediate family and friends, who receive a formal expression of condolence and recognition from the House.
• The Attalla community and local institutions (Reed Memorial Baptist Church and Stowers Hill Elementary School) that are associated with her life and service, which are acknowledged in the resolution.

Key Provisions

• The House expresses sorrow and extends heartfelt sympathy to Belle Farmer's family and friends.
• The resolution notes biographical details such as death date, age, residence (Attalla), and service as lunchroom supervisor for 28 years at Stowers Hill Elementary School, along with church membership at Reed Memorial Baptist Church.
• It lists family survivors (daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews) and mentions her husband and son-in-law who preceded her in death.
• This is a commemorative measure and does not enact or change any laws.

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