TN SJR0835

Honors the memory of Jonathan Kerry Blackwood, born June 30, 1947, in Memphis, Tennessee

Recognizes his 30-year judicial career: 10 years as assistant district attorney, 20 years as circuit judge for the 25th Judicial District, and 10 years as senior judge covering all 95 Tennessee counties

Notes his education: history degree from Tennessee Technological University and Juris Doctor from the University of Memphis

Extends official sympathy and condolences to his surviving family, including his wife of 50 years, Julia Jarrell Blackwood