HJR272 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Laura HallRepresentative
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Mac McCutcheon Mike Ball Howard Sanderford Phil Williams Jim Patterson Wayne Johnson
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Mincher, Donald Ray, death mourned
Summary: A House Joint Resolution mourning the death of Donald Ray Mincher and expressing condolences.
What This Bill Does
The resolution records Donald Ray Mincher's death with deep sadness and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes his lifelong contributions to Huntsville baseball and Minor League Baseball, including his roles as player, team owner, and league president, and notes his numerous honors. It is adopted by both houses and to be recorded in the official records as a formal tribute.

Who It Affects
Donald Ray Mincher's family and close friends, who receive formal condolences and recognition of his life and passing.
The Huntsville and Alabama sports community, which is acknowledged for Mincher's impact on local baseball and his broader contributions to the sport in the state.

Key Provisions
The death of Donald Ray Mincher is recorded with deep sadness and heartfelt sympathy is extended to his family.
The resolution acknowledges Mincher's prominent involvement in Huntsville baseball, including his roles as player, team owner, and league president, and notes his 2010 King of Baseball honor as a major achievement.
It documents his life achievements and honors, such as his high school athletic career, professional baseball career, ownership of Don Mincher's All Sports Trophies, leadership with the Huntsville Stars and Southern League, and induction into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame in 2008, along with other recognitions like the Warren Giles Award and Don Mincher Drive.
The resolution states that it is adopted by the legislature and conveys sympathy to his family, to be preserved in the official record.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Condolence