HJR7 Summary

• Honors Mr. Cecil Batchelor of Russellville, Alabama for his service and professional achievements in business and community organizations.

• Recognizes his military service in the U.S. Navy during World War II, including befriending a German prisoner of war.

• Acknowledges his business accomplishments as co-owner of Dependable Motor Company and his 50+ years as Chairman of Citizens Bank (later CB and S Bank), which grew from 1 branch to 57 branches across Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

• Commends his civic engagement including 72 years of service as a Civitan member, founding the Russellville Industrial Board and Jaycees, and serving as Chairman of the Russellville City School Board.

• Recognizes awards including Russellville's Outstanding Citizen of the Year, Franklin County Citizen of the Year, and induction into the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame.