HR380 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Merika ColemanSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Blevins, Willie Leon, death mourned

Summary

This House resolution mourns the death and honors the life of Willie Leon Blevins of Birmingham.

What This Bill Does

It records the death and expresses deep sadness. It offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes his life, including 21 years of U.S. Army service with awards such as the Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, and Purple Heart, and his work as a Birmingham-Southern College security officer and upholstery business owner.

Who It Affects

• Willie Leon Blevins’ immediate family and survivors (wife, children, grandchildren, great-granddaughter, sisters, and brother) who receive public tribute and sympathy.
• Alabama residents, veterans, and the broader community who read the resolution and recognize his military service and community contributions.

Key Provisions

• Notes the death of Willie Leon Blevins on April 24, 2017 and records it with deep sadness; offers sympathy to his family.
• Gives tribute to his life and recognizes his 21 years of Army service and decorations (Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Purple Heart) as well as his roles as a security officer at Birmingham-Southern College and as an upholstery business owner.

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