HR577 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Smith, Helen Joyce, death mourned

Summary

HR577 is a House of Representatives resolution mourning the death of Helen Joyce Smith and paying tribute to her life and community service.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it formally records her death with deep sadness and expresses heartfelt sympathy to her family. It acknowledges her lengthy church service at Cherry Street Baptist Church (organist for over 60 years, WMU director, and Sunday School nursery worker) and notes her lifelong residence in Attalla and local work life. It serves as a commemorative record of her contributions to the community.

Who It Affects

• Family and friends of Helen Joyce Smith, who receive formal tribute and sympathy from the House.
• Residents of Attalla and members of Cherry Street Baptist Church, who are recognized for her community service and who will see the dedication recorded in state records.

Key Provisions

• The House records the death of Helen Joyce Smith with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to her grieving family.
• The resolution recognizes Smith's long-time service to Cherry Street Baptist Church, including roles as organist for more than 60 years, WMU director, and Sunday School infant nursery worker.
• The resolution notes her status as a lifelong resident of Attalla and provides tribute to her life and public service.

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