MS HR95

Commends the life and legacy of Mrs. Mary Alice Johnson Gandy, who passed away on March 29, 2009, in Memphis, Tennessee, at age 106.

Recognizes Mrs. Gandy's contributions as a skilled seamstress who served her community and church for many decades, and her active membership in Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

Honors Mrs. Gandy's historic participation in the 2008 presidential election as her first time voting and her attendance at President Barack Obama's inauguration.

Notes that Mrs. Gandy's voting story received significant media coverage and she received a personal invitation from president-elect Obama to attend his historic inauguration.

Directs that copies of the resolution be provided to Mrs. Gandy's family and members of the Capitol Press Corps.