HR 85

HR85 190209-1 By Representative Ford RFD: First Read: 23-JAN-18 190209-1:n:01/22/2018:JEC/jec LSA2018-395 MOURNING THE DEATH AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF MR. JERRY L. HAMMETT. WHEREAS, we deeply regret to learn of the death of Mr. Jerry L. Hammett of Attalla, Alabama, on January 16, 2018, at 68 years of age, and we uplift his life and legacy with utmost reverence and respect; and WHEREAS, the passing of Mr. Jerry L. Hammett leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the entire community, where he was highly regarded; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hammett was employed with Flowers Bakery for several years and later with SNL as a transport supervisor; he loved time spent with family and his adored schnauzer, Casper, along with Auburn football and fishing; and WHEREAS, survivors include his beloved and devoted wife, Elmyra Hammett; daughter, Stacie Raughton (Steve); sons, Todd Hammett and Shane Hammett; sisters, Carolyn Pinson, Sherry Hornbuckle, and Darlene Stanford; grandchildren, Dakota and Tanner Hammett, Taylor Golden, Gavin Holderfield, and Colin and Campbell Hammett; special family friends, Thomas Wallace (Judy), Jodie Hammett, and Shannon Randolph, and a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hammett was a valued member of the community; although his presence is greatly missed, his memory is cherished in the hearts and minds of all those who were fortunate enough to know him; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That while grieving the death of Mr. Jerry L. Hammett, we are extremely grateful for his abundant life, and we offer this resolution in highest tribute to his legacy, as well as with heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.