HR 103

HR103 190409-1 By Representative Givan RFD: First Read: 25-JAN-18 190409-1:n:01/24/2018:JEC/jec LSA2018-482 HONORING EMMA ROBERSON ON THE OCCASION OF HER 100TH BIRTHDAY. WHEREAS, highest commendations are herein proudly presented to Emma Roberson on the momentous occasion of her 100th Birthday; and WHEREAS, Emma is the beloved Mother of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Kingston, Alabama, who has been blessed with hildren, seven of whom are surviving; 25 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren; 91 great-great-grandchildren; five great-great-great-grandchildren; and a church family who loves her dearly; and WHEREAS, Emma Roberson was born February 8, 1918, to the union of Mamie Hicks and Sandy Gooden; she had four siblings, two sisters and two brothers; at the age of 14, she entered into Holy Matrimony with Mr. Thomas R. Roberson for 60 years until his passing; and WHEREAS, through the years, Emma Roberson has earned admiration from her family, friends, and community for her character and abilities; and WHEREAS, a 100th Birthday Celebration is a significant milestone that represents a century's worth of wisdom earned and memories gained and is a cause for great rejoicing; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That Emma Roberson is honored and commended, and this resolution is offered to her in highest tribute, as well as with sincere best wishes for continued blessings and prosperity.