HR598 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Kirby, Connett, death mourned

Summary

HR598 is a House resolution mourning the death of Connett Kirby and expressing sympathy to his family.

What This Bill Does

The House states its sadness at Connett Kirby's death and extends heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family. It provides a brief biography, noting he was a World War II Navy veteran, worked 36 years at LTV Steel, and later worked for Osborn Transportation, and that he was a member of White Springs Baptist Church. The resolution also lists Kirby's surviving relatives, including his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and sister. This is a ceremonial gesture by the House and does not create laws or spending.

Who It Affects

• Connett Kirby's immediate family and friends (receives a formal acknowledgment of sympathy from the Alabama House).
• Members of the Alabama community who read the resolution or recognize Kirby's life and service (including church and veteran communities).

Key Provisions

• The House expresses deep sadness and extends heartfelt sympathy to Connett Kirby's wife Nelda, his son Jeff Kirby and Jenny Kirby, his daughter Tina Stracener and Dale Stracener, his grandsons Tyler Stracener, M.D., Brodie Stracener, and Chandler Kirby, his granddaughters Jana Chisolm and Abbey Kirby, his great-grandchildren Katherine Chisolm, Emma Chisolm, and Connor Chisolm, and his sister Melvis Kirby.
• The resolution notes Kirby's life details—World War II Navy veteran, 36-year career at LTV Steel, work with Osborn Transportation after retirement, and membership in White Springs Baptist Church—as part of recognizing his contributions to family and community.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence