MS HC76

Commemorates the life and legacy of John Furniss Bondurant of Forest, Mississippi, who passed away on December 21, 2013, at over 100 years of age

Honors his military service in World War II as a Mississippi National Guard infantry officer in the South Pacific, where he was wounded on Mindanao and received the Combat Infantryman's Badge and Bronze Star

Recognizes his business contributions, including managing a Chevrolet dealership in Morton and founding Automotive Wholesale Company in Forest in 1956

Notes that he and his wife Iva Dee were named "Citizens of the Year" by the Forest Chamber of Commerce for their community service

Expresses sympathy to his survivors, including his wife of 72 years, two sons, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren