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By Senator McClendon
RFD:
First Read: 23-JAN-18
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ENROLLED, SJR30,
HONORING MARY LOU GOODSON ON THE OCCASION OF HER
90TH BIRTHDAY.
WHEREAS, it is a tremendous privilege to recognize
Mary Lou Goodson on the momentous occasion of her 90th
birthday; and
WHEREAS, a lifelong resident of Leeds, Alabama, Mary
Lou Goodson was a member of the National Honor Society in high
school and a cheerleader for the Leeds Green Wave for five
years; following high school graduation, she was selected as
Miss Leeds and represented the community in parades and other
events; and
WHEREAS, Mary Lou Goodson attended Howard College,
now Samford University, where she was selected as Miss Howard
College in 1946; she had a brief modeling career and appeared
in many newspaper advertisements for the Pizitz chain of
department stores; she married Edward Lee Goodson, who later
became the Mayor of Leeds, in 1948; the esteemed couple's
union has been blessed with three sons, Steve, Lee, and David;
five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; and
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WHEREAS, Mary Lou Goodson taught kindergarten at
Leeds Community Kindergarten for 47 years, at Leeds Elementary
School for 10 years, and at Happy Times Kindergarten for 12
years; one of her greatest joys in life is encountering
countless former students who fondly remember "Miss G" and
give her a hug when they cross her path; and
WHEREAS, Mary Lou Goodson has taught Sunday School
for 75 years and has served as a Ruling Elder and Clerk of
Session in the Presbyterian Church; she has been an active
member of the Federated Women's Clubs for 60 years and served
three terms as the Chairman of District 3; she is a charter
member of the Friends of the Library, the Leeds Arts Council,
the Rainbow Girls, and the Leeds Historical Society; she
provides exceptional direction as the Chairman of the Leeds
Housing Authority, where she has served as a member of the
Board of Directors for 12 years; she is often recognized for
her appearances in a series of television advertisements for
Blue Cross/Blue Shield; and
WHEREAS, a 90th birthday celebration is a
significant milestone that represents precious years of wisdom
earned and memories gained and is a cause for great rejoicing;
now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH
HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That Mary Lee Goodson is highly
honored and commended, and this resolution is offered to her
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in deepest admiration and with sincere best wishes for
continued blessings and prosperity.
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President and Presiding Officer of the Senate
Speaker of the House of Representatives
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Senate 23-JAN-18
I hereby certify that the within Senate Joint Resolution
originated in and was adopted by the Senate.
Patrick Harris,
Secretary.
House of Representatives
Adopted: 30-JAN-18
By: Senator McClendon
Jim McClendon