HR85 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ed OliverRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Knowles, Herbert Eugene, death mourned

Summary

HR85 is a House resolution mourning the death of Herbert Eugene Knowles and offering condolences to his family.

What This Bill Does

The resolution records the death in the Alabama House proceedings and offers the state’s condolences. It describes Knowles as a Christian, veteran, community pillar, and loving family man, highlighting his roles as husband, father, grandfather, and friend. It serves as a formal, ceremonial tribute with no changes to existing law.

Who It Affects

• Herbert Eugene Knowles's immediate family and surviving relatives, who receive an official expression of sympathy and recognition from the Alabama House.
• The Alabama House of Representatives and the broader Alabama community, who see a formal memorial honoring Knowles's life and contributions.

Key Provisions

• Acknowledges the death of Herbert Eugene Knowles on January 17, 2019, at age 86, and records it with deep sadness.
• Offers a tribute to Knowles, noting his Christian faith, military veteran status, community leadership, and role as a devoted husband and family man.
• Lists survivors: wife Virginia; children Mickey Knowles, Randy Knowles, Debbie Mullens, Donna Carboni, and Shawn Knowles; 16 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends and records the death as a public, ceremonial acknowledgment by the House.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence