HR 165

HR165 191270-1 By Representative Ford RFD: First Read: 08-FEB-18 191270-1:n:02/07/2018:AR/ar LSA 2018-690 MOURNING THE DEATH OF RICHARD ERVIN ROBERSON. WHEREAS, it is with profound sorrow that we note the death on January 27, 2018, of Mr. Richard Ervin Roberson of Gadsden, Alabama, at the age of 64 years; and WHEREAS, his passing leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the entire community, where he was highly regarded; and WHEREAS, Mr. Roberson was a graduate of Emma Samson High School and The University of Alabama at Birmingham; and WHEREAS, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy; was a member of Dwight Masonic Lodge No. 7 and Attalla Masonic Lodge; he retired from IBEW Local 136; and WHEREAS, Mr. Roberson was a Christian; he served as an ordained Deacon and longtime member of MeadowBrook Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, he was preceded in death by his father, Luther "Buddy" Roberson; grandson, Noah Shelnut; and WHEREAS, survivors include his beloved wife, Diane Roberson; daughters, Mandy Yates (Jeff), Maggie Walker (Jason), and Rebekah Walker (Perry); grandchildren, Peyton Yates, Kaylee Yates, Bryant Yates, Matthew Walker, Luke Walker, Cooper Walker, and Khloe Walker; mother, Ann Parham (Charles); and a host of other relatives and friends; and WHEREAS, although his presence will be greatly missed, the memory of Mr. Roberson will be cherished in the hearts of all who knew and loved him; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That the death of Mr. Richard Ervin Roberson is recorded with deep sadness, and this resolution is offered in tribute to his life and with heartfelt sympathy to his family, whose grief is shared by many.