HR217 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Richard Lindsey

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Jordan, George Harold, death mourned

Summary

HR217 is a House resolution mourning the death of George Harold Jordan and offering condolences to his family.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it officially records his death with deep sadness and offers the highest tribute to his life. It describes him as a farmer and co-owner of Cherokee Gin and Cotton Company, a community board member, a U.S. Army veteran, and someone known for his skills as a magician, and it extends heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of George Harold Jordan, who receive official recognition of their loss and expressions of sympathy.
• Residents of Centre, Alabama, and the surrounding community who knew him through farming, business, and community involvement.
• Alabama state government and the public who read or reference the resolution as a formal tribute.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: The House records the death of Mr. George Harold Jordan with deep sadness and offers this resolution as a high tribute to his life and sympathy to his family.
• Provision 2: Acknowledges his work as a farmer and co-owner of Cherokee Gin and Cotton Company in Centre, including his education at Cherokee County High School and Murdock's International Cotton School.
• Provision 3: Notes his community involvement, service on local boards, his nickname 'Fishhook,' and his status as a U.S. Army veteran.
• Provision 4: Lists his survivors (wife Geraldine Steele Jordan, daughter Freida Jordan McMichen and grandchildren Mindy Geraldine McMichen and Matthew George McMichen) and mentions other relatives, as well as his predeceased brother Tom Brock Jordan.

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