HR155 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Kelly, Paul Sidney, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House adopted a resolution mourning the death of Paul Sidney Kelly Jr. and honoring his life and service.

What This Bill Does

The resolution publicly mourns his death and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends. It lists his career accomplishments, leadership roles, and community service in Huntsville and across the state. It serves as an official, non-binding tribute from the state legislature recognizing his legacy.

Who It Affects

• Paul Sidney Kelly Jr.'s family and close survivors (spouse, children, grandchildren) who receive formal recognition and sympathy from the legislature.
• The Huntsville and broader Alabama community and organizations he served (banks, Huntsville City School System, Airport Authority, Mayfair Church of Christ, Rotary Club, ARC of Madison County, Chamber of Commerce, BBB), which are acknowledged for his contributions.

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Alabama that while grieving his death, the House is extremely grateful for his abundant life and offers this resolution in highest tribute to his inspiring legacy and in heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
• The resolution notes his life and career achievements, including roles such as President and CEO of Monroe Business Equipment, Finance Director and Executive Director of the Business of the Huntsville City School System, and Director of Finance and Administration of the Huntsville Madison County Airport Authority.
• It acknowledges his service as an Elder at Mayfair Church of Christ and his affiliations with organizations like the Huntsville Rotary Club (Paul Harris Fellow), The Chamber of Commerce, ARC of Madison County, and the Better Business Bureau, along with awards he received (1982 Outstanding Young Business Leader Award and 1991 Small Business Executive of the Year).
• The resolution states that the House extends its highest tribute to his legacy and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence