HR594 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Gilbert, John Rudolph, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House passed a ceremonial condolence resolution mourning the death of John Rudolph Gilbert and extending sympathy to his family.

What This Bill Does

This is a non-binding, ceremonial resolution that mourns John Rudolph Gilbert's death and expresses sympathy to his family. It notes details of his life, including birth in Anniston, upbringing in Montevallo, and Army service in the Philippines with the 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. It also lists his survivors and acknowledges him as a valued member of the community. A copy of the resolution is extended to his family as part of the tribute.

Who It Affects

• John Rudolph Gilbert's immediate family and survivors (wife, son, daughters, and grandchildren), who receive formal recognition and condolences from the state legislature.
• The Alabama community and readers of the resolution, who learn of the tribute and the memory of a local resident.

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Alabama that we regretfully mourn the death of Mr. John Rudolph Gilbert and extend our deepest sympathies to his family.
• The resolution provides biographical details (birth in Anniston, upbringing in Montevallo, Army service in the Philippines with the 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division) and acknowledges him as a valued member of the community, with a note that copies are sent to his family.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence