HJR74 Summary

• Honors James Sherman McFadden (born May 16, 1879) and Amanda Findley McFadden (born February 1, 1888) for their contributions to Thomasville, Clarke County, and Alabama.

• James Sherman and Amanda Findley were married 68 years and established the McFadden Memorial Gardens Cemetery as a legacy for their family and community.

• In the 1930s, the McFaddens donated land to the City of Thomasville for a school and park for Black children and served as distinguished educators in multiple communities.

• Both were active community members who served as Mason and Eastern Star members respectively, church stewards at Williams Temple C.M.E. Church, and sent five sons to serve in World War II.

• A commemorative bust was erected and dedicated in June 2016 at McFadden Park in Thomasville to honor their life and legacy.