HR 180

HR180 191463-1 By Representative Ford RFD: First Read: 13-FEB-18 191463-1:n:02/08/2018:AR/ar LSA2018-693 MOURNING THE DEATH OF R. E. STANLEY. WHEREAS, it is with profound sorrow that we note the death on January 28, 2018, of Mr. R. E. Stanley of Gadsden, Alabama, at the age of 84 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. Stanley proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Piedmont in the Pacific Theatre; after being discharged from the Navy, he returned to work with Goodyear and retired after 43 years; and WHEREAS, he was the first president of Gadsden High School Parents Athletic Club; he served as an officer for many years in American League Little League and Litchfield High School Parents Athletic Club; and WHEREAS, Mr. Stanley was a 32nd Degree Mason through the Glencoe Masonic Chapter; and WHEREAS, he was a faithful and dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church for over 40 years; and WHEREAS, he was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Sallie Stanley; sister, Billie Stanley Burgett; and WHEREAS, survivors include his beloved wife of 65 years, Mary Burgett Stanley; sons, Lyle Stanley (Karen) and Tommy Stanley (Tracey); daughter, Marisa Wofford (Steve); grandchildren, Kaci Logan (Greg), Lexie Stanley, Tyler Stanley, Sam Wofford, and Adam Wofford; great-grandchildren, Kolee Marie Logan and Rilynn Kate Logan; brother, Max Stanley; sister, Carolyn Stanley Brown; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins; and WHEREAS, although his presence will be greatly missed, the memory of Mr. Stanley 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. R. E. Stanley 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.