HR216 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Hill, Dora Gene Rattray, death mourned

Summary

HR216 is a House resolution that mourns the death of Dora Gene Rattray Hill and honors her life and contributions.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the House would officially record the death of Dora Gene Rattray Hill, express deep sadness, and memorialize her life. It describes her as a longtime educator and active church member, notes her teaching of multiple languages and nearly four decades in education, and mentions awards she received. It also offers heartfelt sympathy to her family, former students, and friends.

Who It Affects

• Dora Gene Rattray Hill's family, who receive the tribute and condolences
• Former students and friends who are recognized and offered sympathy
• Gadsden community and Alabama educators who are acknowledged for her teaching contributions

Key Provisions

• The House records the death of Dora Gene Rattray Hill with deep sadness and offers a tribute to her life
• Acknowledges her as a lifelong member of Gadsden First Baptist Church and a Sunday School teacher at Gardner Street Mission
• Notes her education (Gadsden High School, University of Montevallo), master's degree in Spanish, and Ph.D. candidacy at the University of Alabama; lists her proficiency in several languages and teaching of Spanish, Russian, and Latin; cites nearly four decades of teaching and retirement in 1989
• Commends her honors, including being the first inductee into the Alabama Teachers' Hall of Fame (1971) and being named Alabama State Teacher of the Year (1976)
• Declares the resolution as a formal tribute offered by the House and extends sympathy to her grieving family, former students, and friends

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence