HJR204 Summary

• Mourns the death of Mrs. Dorry Ann Hayes Johnston Blackburn of Auburn, Alabama, who died on March 26, 2011, at age 80.

• Recognizes her achievements including founding J and M Bookstore in 1953 and instrumental role in establishing the Auburn Beautification Council and its "Welcome to Auburn" signs and "Tidy Tigers" Awards.

• Honors her educational accomplishments and community involvement, including membership in the Auburn United Methodist Church, Green Gardeners, past presidency of Auburn Women's Club, and service on the Auburn Cemetery Board.

• Acknowledges her surviving family members, including her "Mama Gretel," three children, sister-in-law, seven grandchildren, and extended family from her second marriage.

• Directs the Alabama Legislature to record her death with deep sadness and offer tribute to her life and legacy.