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MS HC76

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/7/2019

Primary Sponsor

Gregory Holloway

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commemorates Ben Richard Burney, a World War II Navy veteran who passed away on January 1, 2019, at age 92
  • Honors his military service aboard the U.S.S. Soubarissen and his post-war career in business, including work with Burney Water Well Service, Kuhlman Electric, Royal Maid, and Mississippi Industries for the Blind, from which he retired as Vice President of National Sales in 1987
  • Recognizes his community involvement with the Lions Club, Lake Copiah Board of Directors, Cattlemen's Association, and as founder of U.S.S. Soubarissen Ship Reunions for World War II Navy veterans
  • Survived by three daughters, six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild
  • Directs copies of the resolution to be furnished to the Burney family and Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Ben Richard Burney; commend life upon passing.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/7/2019

Committee Referrals

Rules2/27/2019

Full Bill Text

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