HR345 Summary

• Records the death of Mrs. Genta Josephine Sharp Speakman of Auburn, Alabama, who died on April 15, 2013, at age 75.

• Acknowledges her 47-year membership and service at Lakeview Baptist Church, including teaching, choir singing, and evangelism activities.

• Recognizes her educational and professional achievements, including a 1960 Auburn University Bachelor of Science Degree and an Educational Specialist Degree in 1983, followed by a career with the Alabama Cooperative Extension Service from which she retired in 1999 as full professor emeritus.

• Lists surviving family members including two sons, six grandchildren, one sister, one brother, and a best friend of 47 years.

• Expresses tribute to her legacy of devotion to family and faith, and her values of education, hard work, determination, and positive attitude.