HR170 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Darrio Melton

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Holmes, Carver C., death mourned

Summary

HR170 is an Alabama House resolution mourning the death of Carver C. Holmes and honoring his life and service.

What This Bill Does

The House officially mourns Mr. Carver C. Holmes, noting his death on January 27, 2014. It highlights his 20 years of service in the United States Army, including time in the Vietnam War, Korea, and France, along with 20 years of work at Bush Hog, Inc., and his role as a valued community member. It expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife, family, friends, and community, and presents the resolution as a tribute to his life and legacy.

Who It Affects

• Mr. Carver C. Holmes and his immediate family (wife Ruby, brother Charles Holmes, sister Ethel Haith, and extended relatives) who receive formal recognition and sympathy.
• Friends, colleagues, and the broader community who knew him and may feel a sense of condolence from the state.
• The Alabama House of Representatives and state government as the body issuing the memorial resolution.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: Official mourning and recognition of Carver C. Holmes, including noting his death and recounting his life, military service (20 years in the U.S. Army with service in Vietnam, Korea, and France), and civilian employment (20 years with Bush Hog, Inc.).
• Provision 2: Expression of heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends and a formal statement of gratitude for his life and inspiring legacy.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence