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MS SR51

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

6/28/2020

Primary Sponsor

Juan Barnett

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Origin

Senate

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends the life of Sallie Mae Cooley of Heidelberg, Mississippi, who passed away at age 111 on June 12, 2020
  • Recognizes Cooley's lifelong devotion to Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher, choir member, usher, and in various ministry roles
  • Notes that Cooley's 111-year lifespan (born December 8, 1908) spanned the presidencies of 20 U.S. presidents and 28 Mississippi governors, witnessing major historical events including the Great Depression, World War II, and the moon landing
  • Extends official condolences of the Mississippi Senate to Cooley's surviving family, including three daughters, 19 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 25 great-great-grandchildren
  • Directs that the resolution be presented to the surviving family and made available to the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Extend condolences to the surviving family of Sallie Mae Cooley of Heidelberg, Mississippi.

Last Action

Adopted

6/28/2020

Committee Referrals

Rules6/22/2020

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