HR113 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John F. Knight Jr

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Catledge, Florence, death mourned

Summary

HR113 is a ceremonial House resolution mourning the death of Florence Catledge and paying tribute to her life and community service.

What This Bill Does

The resolution records the death and expresses deep sadness, offering heartfelt sympathy to her family. It highlights her work as an educator in Cleveland and as a community leader in Alabama, including founding the New Beginnings Educational Center and leading programs that assisted at‑risk youth, GED preparation, and family support. It recognizes her church involvement and long‑term impact on education and community development, leaving a lasting tribute to her contributions.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Florence Catledge, who receive official condolences and recognition from the House.
• Alabama educational, faith-based, and community organizations and residents who are aware of or benefit from her work and legacy, including programs and initiatives she helped establish.

Key Provisions

• Mourns the death of Mrs. Florence Catledge and records it with deep sadness, offering heartfelt sympathy to her family.
• Commends her life and work as an educator in Cleveland Public Schools and as a community leader in Alabama, including her roles with Mount Gillard Missionary Baptist Church and Bethel Missionary Baptist Church.
• Recognizes her educational background (BS from Alabama State University, Master's from Cleveland State University) and her ongoing involvement with Auburn University programs related to leadership, family resources, and at‑risk youth.
• Acknowledges the New Beginnings Educational Center, established in 2003, and its after‑school programs, GED assistance, food and holiday programs, life skills development, and summer camps for K‑8 students.
• States that the House offers this tribute as a lasting memorial to her life and contributions and extends sympathy to her family.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence