HJR 72 Summary

• Commemorates the life and death of United States Army Veteran James Alvin "Jim" Littleton, who died on January 25, 2024, at age 84.

• Recognizes Littleton's military service in Korea as a radio operator and his educational achievements, including a Bachelor of Science degree from Tuskegee Institute (1960) and Master's degree in Guidance and Personnel Services (1968).

• Highlights his professional career in management with International Harvester and General Electric, and his 1979-1983 service as Executive Assistant to Governor Fob James on labor relations and economic development issues.

• Notes his post-retirement community involvement as an active church member at Saint John's African Methodist Church and his leadership in the Lewis Adams Masonic Lodge #67 in Tuskegee.

• Survived by his wife Hazel Pope Littleton, two children (Michael and Darryl), four grandchildren, and extended family; resolution expresses sympathy to his family and honors his dedication to improving working conditions for Alabamians.