HR335 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Richard Lindsey

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Merrill, Horace Sellers, death mourned

Summary

HR335 is a ceremonial House resolution mourning the death of Horace Sellers Merrill and honoring his life and public service.

What This Bill Does

If enacted as a resolution, the Alabama House records the death with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to Merrill's family. It tributes his life, noting his long public service in Cleburne County and his extensive church involvement. It acknowledges him as a valued community member whose memory will be cherished, without creating new laws or changing state policy.

Who It Affects

• Horace Sellers Merrill's surviving family and close friends, who receive formal sympathy and tribute from the House.
• The Heflin/Cleburne County community and Alabama residents who were touched by Merrill's public service and church work, recognizing his roles and contributions.

Key Provisions

• The House records the death of Horace Sellers Merrill with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• The resolution tributes Merrill's life and acknowledges his public service as Circuit Clerk of Cleburne County for 12 years, and as Probate Judge and Chairman of the Cleburne County Commission for six years, along with his long involvement in Heflin Baptist Church and other area churches.
• The resolution notes Merrill as a valued member of the community and states that his memory will be cherished by those who knew him.

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