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MS SC598

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

3/8/2016

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Blackwell

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Honors the life and service of Billy Gray "Bill" Allen, a decorated World War II veteran who passed away on February 10, 2016
  • Recognizes Allen's military service as a Staff Sergeant in the Army Air Force's 457th Bombardment Squadron, flying B-29 bomber missions over Japan from Guam
  • Acknowledges Allen's 64-year marriage to Marthola Smith and their two daughters, four grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren
  • Tributes Allen's extensive community service including 4 years on the Olive Branch Board of Aldermen, 8 years on the DeSoto County Board of Supervisors, and founding the Olive Branch Volunteer Ambulance Service
  • Extends legislative condolences to Allen's surviving family and directs presentation of the resolution to the Olive Branch and DeSoto County boards

Legislative Description

Mourn the passing of WWII Veteran, former Olive Branch Alderman and DeSoto County Supervisor Bill Allen and express sympathy.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/8/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/22/2016

Full Bill Text

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