SJR99 Summary

• Senate Joint Resolution mourning the death of Colonel Ola Lee Mize of Gadsden, Alabama, who died on March 12, 2014, at age 82.

• Honored Colonel Mize's 47-year military career beginning in 1948, including three tours of duty in Vietnam and leadership of the Special Forces School during the final five years of service.

• Recognized Colonel Mize's receipt of the Medal of Honor for meritorious service during the Korean War and his nomination for a second Medal of Honor for service in Vietnam.

• Noted Colonel Mize's deep Christian faith as a devoted member of Southside Baptist Church and his philosophy of commitment to freedom and democracy.

• Extended condolences to his surviving family members including his wife Betty Mize, daughter Teresa Peterson, grandchildren, and numerous extended family relations.