HR277 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Waldrop, Sarah F. Ragan, death mourned

Summary

HR277 is a House of Representatives resolution mourning the death of Sarah F. Ragan Waldrop and expressing condolences to her family.

What This Bill Does

If adopted, the resolution records Waldrop's death with sadness, honors her life, and offers heartfelt sympathy to her husband, children, grandchildren, and other relatives. It highlights her long service teaching a Ladies' Sunday School class for more than 40 years and her 22 years of work at Owen's Department Store, along with her interests in Scripture, gardening, and singing. The resolution publicly recognizes her as a valued community member in Gadsden and across Alabama. It is a ceremonial gesture by the House and does not create new laws or policy obligations.

Who It Affects

• Mrs. Waldrop's family and close friends, who receive the legislature's tribute and condolences
• The Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church community in Gadsden and the broader Alabama community that recognizes her contributions through the resolution

Key Provisions

• The death of Sarah F. Ragan Waldrop is acknowledged with deep sadness and the resolution offers tribute and sympathy.
• Her life and service are described, including teaching Sunday School for more than 40 years and work at Owen's Department Store for 22 years.
• Survivors and family details are listed in the resolution, including husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother, and other relatives; predeceased relatives noted.
• The resolution is issued by the Alabama House of Representatives as a ceremonial record of mourning.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence